The Lakari data center project in Rauma, Finland, is a large scale industrial initiative led by the energy utility Fortum and the City of Rauma to transform between 330 and 390 hectares of land into a premier plug and play site for global tech giants. By preparing the infrastructure, including zoning and a high capacity 400 kV grid connection, the project aims to attract a hyperscaler such as Google or Microsoft that can leverage the cool climate and low carbon energy of Finland.
A standout feature of the plan is its circular energy model, which would capture the massive amount of waste heat generated by the servers and recycle it into the district heating network of the city to warm local homes. However, the project remains a point of local debate because its current footprint overlaps with Rauma Golf, potentially forcing the removal of five fairways and requiring a major redesign of the historic 18 hole course.
| Distance | Site | About |
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| 8.13 miles | VALOREM: Eurajoki |
French energy firm Valorem is planning a data center in Kissankallio, Eurajoki, co-located with an 80 MW solar plant and a 30 MW battery energy storage system on about 55 hectares.
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Fortum is a Nordic energy company dedicated to powering a world where people, businesses, and nature thrive together. Recognized as one of the cleanest energy producers in Europe, the company operates under ambitious environmental targets to generate and deliver reliable, clean energy while helping industries decarbonize and grow. Its core Nordic operations consist of efficient, CO2-free power generation alongside the steady supply of electricity and district heat to both private and business customers. With a workforce of approximately 5,000 employees, Fortum maintains a commitment to providing a safe and inspiring workplace, and its shares are publicly listed on Nasdaq Helsinki.
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atNorth is expanding its FIN04 data center campus in Myllykoski, Kouvola, Finland, with a new building called FIN04A1. The company has appointed YIT as the main contractor, responsible for construction and mechanical, electrical, and plumbing works. YIT was also selected to build another campus...
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European data center developer Magnora has secured a firm grid connection for its Hämeenlinna data center project in Finland. The 150,000 sqm (1.61 million sq ft) facility is being developed with Northern Europe Energy Group (NEEG), with Magnora holding a 70 percent stake. The grid connection is...
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Swedish energy company Helios Nordic Energy Finland Oy is planning a data center project in the Alapitkä area of Lapinlahti, central Finland. The project covers more than 80 hectares near Fingrid’s Alapitkä substation and could support up to 500MW of capacity. The site was previously approved for...
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A 60MW data center is being planned in western Finland by renewable energy firm Aurinkokarhu. Reported by local media including Yle and Vasabladet, the project would be located in Närpiö (Närpes), in the Ostrobothnia region. The company has signed a preliminary agreement to acquire 18 hectares of...
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