The regulatory puzzle: How regulation can support a sustainable and competitive European data centre industry?

As the European data centre industry continues to grow, it has demonstrated leadership in sustainability and proactive engagement in shaping regulatory frameworks. This panel will explore how regulation can be an enabler—supporting sustainable growth, ensuring fair competition, and reinforcing Europe’s strategic autonomy in the digital economy. 

The discussion will focus on: 

• How the data centre industry has proactively shaped sustainability regulations through voluntary initiatives like CNDCP and collaboration with policy makers. 

• What regulatory compliance means for day-to-day operations and investment planning. 

• The upcoming introduction of data centres labelling schemes—how they function in theory, their real-world impact, and their potential to establish global benchmarks. 

• How effective and fair regulation can build public and political support for the industry while providing a stable investment climate.