Data centers

To take advantage of the opportunities offered by new technology and ever-increasing amounts of data, industries require secure, high-quality data centers, broadband, and mobile networks.

In the era of digital transformation, data centers have become an integral part of the global economy, powering everything from cloud computing to artificial intelligence.

As data generation and consumption grow exponentially, the demand for reliable, efficient, and sustainable data centers continues to surge. In this global landscape, Agder, the southernmost region of Norway, is emerging as a prime location with several suitable sites for establishing data centers.

Norway boasts an electricity supply that is almost entirely sourced from clean, renewable hydropower. This form of energy is ideal for data centers, as it can be stored and provides clean power around the clock. Agder benefits from five power hubs strategically located throughout the region, Tonstad, Kvinesdal, Farsund, Bøylestad, and the regional capital Kristiansand.

Just outside Kristiansand lies Europe’s largest sustainable data center campus, Bulk’s N01 Campus. Spanning a vast 300-hectare (3 km²) site adjacent to the largest transformer station in Europe. This facility employs 30 people and generates an annual revenue of 30 million Norwegian kroner.

Investing in Agder’s data center industry is an investment in the digital future. The region offers unique advantages for data center operations, including its strategic location, abundant renewable energy resources, and cool climate. These factors combine to make Agder an attractive destination for companies looking to establish or expand their data center presence.