Summer School on Sustainable Digital Infrastructure: A European Collaboration
Fostering data center development that is sustainable, transparent and has local impact.
A summer school in North Holland gathered European policymakers to address sustainable digital infrastructure, featuring workshops, case studies, and practical tools for fostering regional digital ecosystems aligned with environmental sustainability and economic development. Participants developed strategies for balancing digital growth with European values.
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The Province of North Holland, in partnership with the Sustainable Digital Infrastructure Alliance (SDIA), brought together policymakers from across Europe for a dynamic three-day summer school focused on building sustainable regional digital ecosystems.
This collaborative event tackled pressing challenges facing digital infrastructure development, providing participants with:
A comprehensive taxonomy for understanding the digital economy as an interconnected system
Case studies examining how global tech companies, startups, and regional digital ecosystems interact with local economies
A co-created vision for sustainable digital infrastructure across 5, 10, and 15-year horizons
Practical policy tools for regulation, stimulation, and innovation
On-site visits to data center facilities for hands-on insights
Participants engaged in interactive workshops to develop actionable strategies that balance digital growth with European values, environmental sustainability, and regional economic benefits.
Download the full presentation to explore the innovative frameworks, policy approaches, and collaborative insights generated during this groundbreaking initiative.
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