The Nordic NTAs return to DataCloud Global congress in Cannes 2025

Nordic NTAs Return to Datacloud Global Congress and Earn Award Nomination

The Nordic national data center associations (NTAs) returned to the Datacloud Global Congress in Cannes on June 3–5, 2025, with the Nordic Pavilion and were nominated for a Datacloud Global Award in the Best Community Engagement category for their 2024 Nordic Data Center Week. We were honored to be nominated.

Showcasing the Nordic Advantage
Following a successful 2024 launch, the Nordic Pavilion once again spotlighted the region's strengths in sustainable, high-performance digital infrastructure. SweDCI highlighted Sweden's appeal to hyperscalers and operators, emphasizing the country's clean energy, stable climate, and digital expertise.

Ann Wingård, MD of SweDCI, said:
"We've only seen the beginning of Sweden's potential. AI's growth demands secure, energy-efficient infrastructure—something the Nordics are uniquely positioned to provide."

We had a lot of traffic around the Noridc stands with a high interest with many questions about investing in the Nordic region. The SweDCI stand was maned by Ann Wingård, Greger Ruud and Andreas Espeving.

Panel on Renewable Energy
A featured panel explored how Nordic data centers leverage renewable power sources like hydropower, wind, and geothermal to reduce carbon emissions and environmental impact. Panel led by Isabelle Kemlin, with Anders Frich Mathiesen, Chris Larsen, Martha Marie Øberg, and Kim Gunnelius

About the Nordic NTAs
The NTAs—FDCA (Finland), SweDCI (Sweden), Datacenters by Iceland, Norwegian Datacenter Industry, and DDI (Denmark)—collaborate to attract investment and promote the region as a leader in sustainable data center development.

SweDCI at Stockholm Tech Show 2025

On May 14–15, SweDCI participated as a partner at Stockholm Tech Show 2025 – one of the year's most important gatherings for the tech industry. The event brought together innovators, decision-makers, and technology enthusiasts from across Sweden, and we are proud to have been part of this inspiring forum.

Throughout the event, SweDCI hosted two stage sessions featuring Energi myndigheten, regarding EED on day on. And Post och Telestyrelsen about NIS2 day two. We also organized a lively panel discussion "AI and the need for sustainable data centers!" with experts from across the sector, focusing on current challenges and opportunities in areas such as data centers, sustainability, and AI. The response from the audience was overwhelmingly positive and engaged.

Our booth, while modest in size, was a hub of activity. We welcomed a steady flow of visitors – both familiar faces and new contacts – eager to learn more about our work and connect around shared interests. The high level of interest confirms that digital infrastructure is playing an increasingly central role in shaping the future.

Participating in Stockholm Tech Show is part of SweDCI's broader strategy to be present, visible, and impactful in key industry settings. We aim to continue attending similar events to build relationships, share insights, and drive progress in the field.

Next stop: Cannes. See you there!

Presentations at Stockholm Tech Show

At the 2025 Stockholm Tech Show, SweDCI hosted two stage sessions. On Day 1, representatives from the Swedish Energy Agency (Energimyndigheten), Anders Pousette and Åsa Thurin, presented on the Energy Efficiency Directive (EED). On Day 2, Anders Franzén and Maria Wiberg from the Swedish Post and Telecom Authority (Post- och Telestyrelsen) spoke about the NIS2 directive.

You can download the presentations in PDF format below. Contact the office if you like to get in contact with one of the speakers.

Thank you all for attending the SweDCI Annual Meeting

We would like to extend our sincere thanks to all members who participated in the SweDCI's Annual Meeting, held on Tuesday, May 13, 2025, in Stockholm.

The meeting began with a summary of the association's activities over the past year, highlighting key milestones and progress. We also shared our strategic goals and priorities for the upcoming year, followed by the formal part of the meeting, including approval of the agenda and financial statements.

It was a pleasure to welcome many of you for coffee and informal conversation ahead of the official start, and all of you that stayed for the mingle after the meeting.

Thank you once again for your valuable participation and continued support.

EED Clarifications Released – A Big Step Forward for Sustainable Data Centers!

On April 10, 2025, the long-anticipated clarifications to the Energy Efficiency Directive (EED) were finally released!

At SweDCI, sustainability is at the heart of everything we do. We've long championed Sweden as an ideal location for data centers, thanks to our cold climate and green energy mix. With the development of the EU database, Sweden is now in a prime position to showcase these strengths on a European stage.

🗓️ Key Dates to Remember:

• July 1, 2025 – New EED reporting starts.
• May 15, 2026 – Deadline for reporting 2025 data.
• ✅ Voluntary reporting is already open! You can now submit data for 2023 and 2024 go to Energimyndighetens webiste for more infomration:
  🔗 energimyndigheten.se/datacenter

Check out the attached PDF with detailed reporting guidance.

Discover the Backbone of the Digital World
EUDCA has created a short, engaging video that highlights the vital role datacenters play in our modern society. Whether at work, school, or during our free time, we interact with datacenters every day—often without even realizing it. They power the digital services and information we rely on around the clock.

You're welcome to use this video as an educational resource to help explain why datacenters are essential to the functioning of today's connected world.

Brought to you by EUDCA – The European Data Centre Association.

Debate: Increased investment in data centers necessary for competitiveness 

Increased demand for digitalization and AI services requires new investment in data centers. The political inconsistency must end and investments in electricity, security, land for expansion, skills supply and safety must be made now, write representatives from the industry and Techsverige.
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