Data Center Sustainability & Efficiency

Details about the certificate:

Holders of the certificate have participated in the seminar Data Center Sustainability & Efficiency and successfully passed the exam on the seminar content and learning objectives at the end.

The certificate is valid indefinitely.

The Energy Efficiency Act (EnEfG) stipulates that data centers with a capacity of over 300kW and IT operators from 500kW must set up their own energy management system. This also applies to colocation customers. Instead of the previous private-sector certification, a state validation body will also be introduced in the future. This requires the submission of annual reports by March 31 of the following year at the latest. This regulation comes into force from 01.01.2025, which is why companies should start implementing it at least a year in advance.

In addition, we will also cover the EU Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) 2022, which represents another important milestone in the data center industry. You will learn how to transparently and comparably present your data center's sustainability goals.

Learning Objectives

• Understand the current legal requirements and their impact on data centers.
• Recognize the importance of sustainability and climate neutrality for your company.
• Prepare for future developments and requirements.

Seminar contents

• Requirements of the new Energy Efficiency Act (EnEfG) and their implications.
• Overview of national and European legislations, including the EU Climate Law and the Climate Protection Act of the Federal Republic of Germany.
• Understanding the "Agenda 2030" of the UN and relevant goals for sustainable development.
• Analysis of emissions (Scope 1, 2, and 3) and minimization strategies.
• EU's Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) and its relevance.

Find more information about the seminar here.