BuildingMinds, IQ-EQ, and Norton Rose Fulbright Release Comprehensive Industry White Paper on Data Centre Sustainability
London – [March 6th, 2025] – BuildingMinds, a global leader in AI-driven ESG data aggregation, has partnered with IQ-EQ, a leading investor services group, and Norton Rose Fulbright, a global law firm, to co-develop a cutting-edge white paper on data centre sustainability. This in-depth report explores decarbonization strategies, risk mitigation, and best practices to drive sustainability across the data centre sector.
The white paper, featuring insights from Dr. Jens Hirsch, founder of CRREM and CSO at BuildingMinds, will be unveiled during a C-Level VIP panel at MIPIM 2025, where industry leaders will discuss the future of sustainable digital infrastructure.
"As leaders, it is our responsibility to actively pursue tangible solutions that will further pave the way for a more sustainable future within the data center industry. Our joint white paper underlines our commitment to pioneering innovative sustainable solutions in the data centre industry. We are witnessing significant growth in the number of internet users, accompanied by a 25% increase in internet traffic. Thanks to advancements in energy efficiency, the energy consumption of data centers and transmission networks has greatly decreased, accounting for only 1-1.5% of global energy usage. Advancements in AI will lead to accelerated data centre growth, demanding for an even greater focus on sustainability,” said Marek Sacha, CEO of BuildingMinds.
IQ-EQ executive Tamas Mark, Global Head of Real Estate Assets, added, "The increasing demand for sustainable data centres requires fund managers to rethink how their middle- and back-office operations support ESG objectives. We developed this white paper to provide fund managers with a comprehensive framework for integrating sustainability practices into data centre management. Our goal is to empower industry leaders with practical insights that drive compliance, efficiency, and long-term value in an evolving regulatory landscape.”
“Data centers are at the heart of our digital economy, and their energy consumption and carbon footprint have far-reaching implications. By adopting green technologies and sustainable practices, we can ensure that the growth of this sector aligns with global environmental goals, ultimately contributing to a more sustainable future for all. It is our goal to support the industry leaders in the datacenter sector in their decision making” said Stefan Feuerriegel, Global Head of Real Estate at Norton Rose Fulbright LLP.
BuildingMinds, IQ-EQ, and Norton Rose Fulbright will be showcasing their insights at MIPIM 2025. Visit their booths for discussions on cutting-edge sustainable solutions and to learn more about the findings of this landmark white paper.
For more information:
BuildingMinds – www.buildingminds.com
IQEQ – www.iqeq.com
Norton Rose Fulbright – www.nortonrosefulbright.com
Peter Panayi, Head of Go-To-Market BuildingMinds
peter.panayi@buildingminds.com , +44 7929 108 812
Rosie Hokins, Account Director, SE10 PR
rosie.hopkins@se10.com , +44 7939 834 858
About BuildingMinds
BuildingMinds is a leading AI data driven ESG platform designed to empower asset owners and operators in today’s fast paced, sustainability focused environment. By streamlining regulatory reporting and compliance through a scientifically rigorous methodology for calculating GHG emissions—based on granular energy consumption data—BuildingMinds delivers assurance ready outputs that help clear regulatory hurdles. The platform also enhances risk management by enabling users to forecast physical risks, build strategic loss mitigation plans, and understand market risks related to stranded assets, GHG impacts, and carbon emissions costs. Furthermore, BuildingMinds optimizes financial performance by increasing visibility into sustainability factors that affect Net Operating Income, while its AI driven retrofit recommendations help users reduce energy consumption, lower operating costs, and optimize CapEx.
About IQ-EQ
IQ-EQ is a global, top-tier investor services group with an unrivalled, tech-enabled offering to meet the administration, compliance and reporting needs of private markets players worldwide. The firm targets its investment in technology to plug market gaps and meet specific client needs, such that its services are underpinned by a best-in-class global data platform and innovative proprietary tools supported by in-house experts. Operating as trusted partners to its clients, IQ-EQ delivers intelligent solutions through a combination of well-honed technical expertise and strong relationships based on deep understanding. With 5,800+ people across 25 jurisdictions, IQ-EQ has assets under administration (AUA) exceeding US$750 billion and works with 13 of the world’s top 15 private equity firms.
About Norton Rose Fulbright
Norton Rose Fulbright is a global law firm providing the world’s preeminent corporations and financial institutions with a full business law service. The firm has more than 3,500 lawyers and other legal staff based in Europe, the United States, Canada, Latin America, Asia, Australia, Africa and the Middle East.
Recognized for its industry focus, Norton Rose Fulbright is strong across all the key industry sectors: financial institutions; energy; infrastructure, mining and commodities; transport; technology and innovation; and life sciences and healthcare. Through its global risk advisory group, the firm leverages its industry experience with its knowledge of legal, regulatory, compliance and governance issues to provide clients with practical solutions to the legal and regulatory risks facing their businesses.
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