January 15, 2026

Driving Sustainable AI with Edge Realm

16 minutes

In the fifth installment of our six-part series with UTSI International, we joined Robert Hilliker and Frank Stepic on The Green Insider Podcast to explore Edge Realm’s innovative approach to artificial intelligence and data management. Robert Hilliker, serving as Chief Strategy Officer, shared insights into his technology background and highlighted how EdgeRealm is committed to developing controlled, on-premises AI solutions that help organizations lower their carbon footprint and enhance operational efficiency.

Here’s a concise breakdown of the main points:

Mike hosted Robert Hilliker (Chief Strategy Officer) and Frank Stepic (CEO) on the Green Insider Podcast to discuss Edge Realm’s approach to AI and data management.

Robert Hilliker emphasized:

His background in technology and strategic leadership.

Edge Realm’s focus on controlled, on-premises AI environments to reduce carbon footprints and boost business efficiency.

Frank Stepic highlighted:

Efforts to refine EdgeRealm’s operational model.

The environmental impact of data centers and the need for sustainable practices in tech.

Both speakers discussed:

The limitations and environmental drawbacks of cloud computing.

The importance of sovereign, flexible edge solutions for deploying critical algorithms.

The lack of transparency and efficiency in large-scale cloud data centers.

Frank Stepic described Edge Realm’s mission to provide trusted, customizable edge computing options, leveraging his experience in data and compliance.

The conversation covered immersion technology:

Enables higher computing density in smaller spaces.

Reduces power and cooling needs compared to traditional data centers.

It is a proven, ready technology, but only the beginning of more efficient resource use.

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