Data centres need more computing capacity as AI and other digital services grow. But adding capacity also means higher electricity demand, greater cooling needs, and rising operating costs. Operators must keep facilities running reliably while meeting emissions targets. The 4th Net Zero Data Centre Summit Europe will bring these issues into focus on 12–13 January 2027 in Berlin. Industry professionals can discuss practical challenges, hear different approaches and meet companies working on energy, cooling and other parts of the problem.
What differentiates the 4th Net Zero Data Centre Summit Europe?
Reducing emissions at a data centre involves more than switching to renewable electricity. Operators must also consider cooling, water use and energy performance. A decision that improves one area may create new demands elsewhere. Teams therefore need to look at the whole facility.
That is the focus of the 4th Net Zero Data Centre Summit Europe. Its agenda covers renewable power agreements, grid capacity, heat recovery, AI-driven operations and sustainability reporting. It also addresses Germany’s renewable electricity requirements and Europe’s changing energy-efficiency rules. These discussions matter to teams planning new facilities and those upgrading existing sites.
The event combines keynotes, expert panels and case studies. Delegates can examine challenges from different perspectives and discuss approaches with industry peers. The summit also runs alongside the DACH & CEE Data Centre Design, Engineering & Construction Summit. This brings sustainability discussions closer to the design and engineering choices that affect a facility throughout its working life.
Who will be partnering at the 4th Net Zero Data Centre Summit Europe?
The partners at the 4th Net Zero Data Centre Summit bring different expertise to the event. Their work covers cooling and heat recovery, climate solutions, hydrogen power and engineering simulation.
Advansor | Bronze Sponsor
Advansor has designed and produced more than 20,000 CO₂-based climate solutions since 2006. The Denmark-based manufacturer develops cooling and heating systems for commercial and industrial applications. These systems use carbon dioxide as a natural refrigerant.
For data centres, two areas stand out: cooling efficiency and heat recovery. Cooling equipment removes heat from servers, but that heat does not always need to go to waste. Recovery systems can capture it for other uses, depending on the facility’s design and available demand. This can help operators make better use of energy that would otherwise leave the site unused. The partner at the 4th Net Zero Data Centre Summit’s work gives data centre teams another option when planning cooling systems and managing energy use. Its data centre cooling solutions offer a practical way to examine both cooling demands & opportunities to reuse heat.
3Degrees | Bronze Sponsor
3Degrees helps organisations develop & carry out climate strategies. Its services include renewable energy procurement, environmental markets & emissions-reduction solutions. The company also supports businesses working towards their climate goals & a lower-carbon economy.
For data centre operators, choosing an energy source involves more than finding enough electricity. They must also consider emissions, energy contracts & reporting requirements. Renewable energy procurement can help organisations address these concerns, while climate strategy provides a framework for measuring progress. This makes the partner at the 4th Net Zero Data Centre Summit relevant to data centre decarbonisation. Its work can help companies connect energy purchasing decisions with wider emissions targets. As reporting requirements develop across Europe, organisations need clear data & credible plans to show how their actions support those targets.
PowerCell Group | Presenting Partner
PowerCell Group develops hydrogen fuel cell stacks & systems for power generation. Its technology can support multi-megawatt, behind-the-meter installations for data centres. These systems generate electricity from hydrogen and produce water and recoverable heat during operation.
Reliable power remains a major concern for data centre operators. Grid constraints can delay projects, while interruptions can affect critical services. Hydrogen fuel cell power for data centres offers another option for on-site generation. The partner at the 4th Net Zero Data Centre Summit designs modular systems that can support base-load & backup applications. Operators must still assess hydrogen supply, installation costs, & how each system fits their existing infrastructure. However, the technology gives them another option when planning resilient power systems. It also creates opportunities to consider how facilities use the heat generated during operation.
Gamma Technologies | Presenting Partner
Gamma Technologies develops GT-SUITE, a simulation platform that engineers use to model & improve complex systems. Its software supports applications across energy, transport, industrial machinery & heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration.
For data centres, GT-SUITE can model cooling systems, fluid flow, heat exchangers, pumps, and thermal loads. Engineers can use these models to test designs/compare operating conditions before making changes to physical equipment. The platform also supports digital twins, data analytics & AI-assisted workflows. These tools help teams understand how systems behave under different conditions. The partner at the 4th Net Zero Data Centre Summit can assess data centre cooling solutions & identify potential performance issues earlier in the design process. This matters as facilities adopt liquid cooling & handle more demanding computing workloads.
To sum up: Take the next step towards net zero
Reducing data centre emissions takes more than one technology. Operators need to consider power supply, cooling, climate targets & system performance together. The 4th Net Zero Data Centre Summit Europe will bring these challenges into focus in Berlin on 12–13 January 2027.
Professionals can explore attendance options. Organisations interested in sharing their expertise can also enquire about sponsorship opportunities. The event offers a place to discuss practical challenges, learn from industry peers, & explore solutions for Europe’s data centre sector.