Our sustainable development policy

Our commitment

The impact of the invisible

However imperceptible it may be to the naked eye, data is everywhere. It connects everything we do, nurtures our relationships and secures our transactions.

In the workplace as elsewhere, our lives are connected to the digital world, whether we are talking, working or travelling.

In a fraction of a second, one click and a whole world comes to life. Data4 involves innovative men and women, years of research, a region in action and commitments to contributing to the development of more responsible digital infrastructure.

As a manufacturer and operator of data centres, we are constantly innovating to offer solutions that are more respectful of the environment, while at the same time contributing to the dynamism of the regions we operate in. Like Quality and Adaptability, sustainable development is at the heart of our corporate strategy.

By placing the quest for a sustainable future at the heart of what we do, we are providing a digital campus model that is unique in Europe. Through our ambitious Data4Good programme, we are fully committed to transforming the data sector for the planet, for people and places, while ensuring that we are an inspiring leader in our field in terms of governance.

Reducing the environmental impact of human activity (greenhouse gas emissions, energy consumption, depletion of natural resources, biodiversity loss, etc.) is a major collective challenge. Aware of its responsibility, Data4 is fully involved in reducing its environmental impact and is committed to combating global warming.

Olivier Micheli
Président & CEO
François Stérin
COO

Our approach

Our approach to sustainable development is comprehensive, covering the following four areas:

Environment
reduce our environmental footprint
Regions
be a committed player in the local community
People
make Data4 a great place to work
Governance
be an inspiring leader in our field

Our commitment to the United Nations Global Compact

Given our business sector and the 4 pillars on which our dedicated sustainability programme is based, and in keeping with the United Nations Global Compact, we are working on a daily basis to meet a number of Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Implement a responsible purchasing approach with our suppliers and service providers

Because a commitment to the environment requires cooperation and the sharing of common frames of reference, Data4 is keen to participate in recognised international initiatives.
Data4’s “low-carbon” trajectory has been validated by the Science Based Target initiative (SBTi) to comply with the Paris Agreement which limits global warming to 1.5°C by 2050.
The company is also a signatory to the Climate Neutral Data Centre Pact, which brings together European data centre operators and applies the guidelines of the Code of Conduct for Data Centres established by the European Union to improve the sector’s energy efficiency.

Science Based Target Initiative (SBTI)
The Science Based Target Initiative (SBTI) to limit global warming to 1.5°C by 2050
The Climate Neutral Data Center Pact to reduce the environmental footprint of data centres
Data4 follows and applies the guidelines of the European Code of Conduct to improve energy efficiency in our data centres
La fresque du climat
All employees were made aware of environmental issues by taking part in the Climate Fresk
Data4 supports Planet Tech’Care in reducing the environmental footprint of digital technology

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CSR report 2023

  • Environment: Reducing our environmental footprint
  • Territories: Being an engaged stakeholder in our territories
  • People: Making Data4 a great place to work
  • Governance: Being an exemplary leader in our industry

Our blog articles on sustainability