The Nebius data center campus in Lappeenranta, Finland, is a 310MW hyperscale AI facility being developed in partnership with Finnish firm Polarnode, with construction underway and phased operations expected to begin in 2027. Designed to support large-scale AI model training and application workloads, the multi-building campus represents one of the largest data center developments in Europe, backed by an estimated investment exceeding $10 billion. Located in southern Finland, the site leverages access to low-cost, renewable energy and a cold climate to optimize cooling efficiency, positioning it as a key anchor in Nebius’ expanding global AI infrastructure platform.
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| 0.97 miles | Polarnode: Lappeenranta |
The Lappeenranta Data Center, developed by Polarnode, is a flagship industrial-scale project situated on a 33-hectare site in the Pajarila industrial area.
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| 8.57 miles | Neoen: Yllikkälä, Lappeenranta |
This site, adjacent to Neoen's existing battery storage facility in Lappeenranta, is progressing through a municipal zoning process initiated at the developer's request. Construction is targeted for 2027–2028, pending permitting and grid connection.
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