Bhopal/Barcelona: Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav’s official visit to Barcelona, Spain, has turned into a major success story for the state’s digital and technological aspirations. Within just a few hours of his visit to the headquarters of Submer Technologies, the global leader in immersion cooling solutions, the company signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Madhya Pradesh State Electronics Development Corporation (MPSEDC).
The agreement signals a new era of technological cooperation and investment, aimed at building AI-ready, green, and sustainable data infrastructure in Madhya Pradesh.
Dr. Yadav Wins Over Submer with Vision and Simplicity
According to sources present during the meeting, the management of Submer was thoroughly impressed by Dr. Yadav’s communication style, clarity of vision, and the business-friendly policy environment of the Madhya Pradesh government. His presentation on the state’s tech-readiness and long-term vision for AI, clean energy, and digital ecosystems made an instant impact.
What the MoU Covers
The MoU between MPSEDC and Submer covers a wide spectrum of collaboration:
- Establishing R&D and manufacturing units in Madhya Pradesh related to immersion cooling and green data center technologies
- MPSEDC to facilitate land, infrastructure, and policy-level support
- Joint initiatives in skill development, innovation, and local employment generation
- Submer to act as a technical advisor and standards certifier for upcoming sustainable data centers in the state
- Development of AI-ready infrastructure, optimized for energy efficiency and sustainability
Madhya Pradesh on Path to Becoming India’s Green Data Hub
This agreement is expected to dramatically accelerate the state’s digital infrastructure, transforming Madhya Pradesh into a national leader in sustainable, AI-ready data centers. Submer will provide global expertise in:
- Liquid immersion cooling systems
- Data center energy optimization
- Green IT infrastructure
These will align with international standards while ensuring reduced power consumption and water usage, and lower operational costs.
A Cultural Touch: Submer Founder Wears MP Handloom Tie
One of the most symbolic moments during the signing ceremony was when Submer’s founder, Pol Valls Soler, was seen wearing a Madhya Pradesh handloom tie. The gesture was widely appreciated, seen as more than a formality—it reflected a bond of respect, cultural appreciation, and deep partnership.
About Submer Technologies
Founded in 2015 in Barcelona, Submer Technologies is a pioneering company in single-phase immersion cooling systems. Their products such as SmartPod, SmartPodX, EXO, and MicroPod are designed to:
- Reduce cooling energy consumption by up to 45%
- Cut water usage by up to 90%
- Enable high-density computing environments for data centers, AI labs, government clusters, and cloud infrastructure
- Submer has already deployed over 400 MW of cooling capacity globally and entered the Indian market in 2022 through a partnership with Ingram Micro India.
What This Means for Madhya Pradesh
With this partnership:
- Madhya Pradesh will become a preferred location for green technology and data infrastructure investments
- It opens doors for global players in the digital economy
- It ensures long-term economic, environmental, and technological benefits for the state
- It positions Madhya Pradesh as a model for other Indian states aiming to balance technology and sustainability
