Digital Realty Invests in French Data Centers Amid Regulatory Changes
Digital Realty plans to invest an additional €5.2 billion in French data centers by 2030, doubling its historical investments. This comes as the company highlights the need for regulatory simplification to support the sector's growth amid increasing demand for digital infrastructure.
Digital Realty aims to invest €5.2 billion in French data centers by 2030, building on €2.5 billion already invested. This investment reflects a strategic focus on the growing need for data center infrastructure in France, where the installed power has recently surpassed that of the Netherlands.
Regulatory changes, including the designation of certain projects as major national interests, are intended to streamline administrative processes. However, some politicians raised concerns regarding environmental implications.
The company currently operates over 200 MW of IT capacity in Paris and plans to increase this to 420 MW. Digital Realty's operations emphasize sustainability and efficient resource usage, addressing both social and environmental impacts. The investment surge indicates a robust demand for data centers in France, which may enhance the country’s digital sovereignty.
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