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Norway's Data Centers Seek Societal Engagement at Arendalsuka 2023

Norway's Data Centers Seek Societal Engagement at Arendalsuka 2023
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updated: 11-08-2023 | 16:18
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As summer hits its peak, the picturesque town of Arendal is gearing up for its flagship event, Arendalsuka, Norway's premier democratic meeting platform. While the event promises a broad spectrum of discussions spanning various industries, this year there's a distinct buzz around the digital heartbeat of our society - data centers. Arendalsuka's non-partisan nature offers a unique opportunity. It allows for an open dialogue, free from corporate or political biases, ensuring that the voices of communities, activists, and industry experts resonate on a common platform.

 

Data Centers: The Silent Powerhouses

In today's interconnected world, every online search, streaming session, or e-commerce checkout traces back to the silent engine rooms: data centers. From a student in Oslo attending a virtual lecture to a chef in Madrid searching for a new recipe, data centers seamlessly integrate into the fabric of our daily routines. Data center companies like Bulk Data Centers, Green Mountain Data Centers, STACK Intrastructure & Lefdal Mine Data Centers exemplify this transformative shift.  

 

The Dual Edged Sword of Progress

However these data centers, even with their vital role in shaping our digital experiences often stay "out of sight" for the masses. It's a bit like our nerve system. You only notice it, when something's wrong. Protests in the Netherlands, especially against tech giants like Microsoft and Google, underscore a vital question: How does society strike a balance between the undeniable utility of data centers and their potential drawbacks?

 

Arendalsuka 2023: A Confluence of Thought

Amidst this backdrop, Arendalsuka's 2023 event, from 14 to 18 August, aims to address such concerns. The session titled "DO WE NEED DATA CENTERS IN NORWAY? – DIGITALIZATION AND THE BATTLE FOR POWER" is especially gaining traction. Scheduled for 15 August at 15:00, the discussion will bring together industry stalwarts like Green Mountain Data Centers CEO Svein Atle Hagaseth, Bjørn Rønning, General Director Norsk Datasenter Industri, Cathrine Myhre Telje, Chief Strategy and Execution Officer, Bulk Data Centers and Gunn Karin Gjul, Statssekretær, KDD.

The goal? To chart the future of data centers in Norway while addressing their societal implications.

 

As Arendal opens its doors for this enriching confluence, the world will keenly watch. The discussions and conclusions drawn here could potentially shape the future trajectory of data centers not just in Norway, but globally.

For tech enthusiasts, environmental advocates, and every citizen navigating the digital age, Arendalsuka 2023 promises insights and discussions that are not just relevant but essential.

 

More about Arendalsuka (14-18 August 2023): https://www.arendalsuka.no/

More about the Data Center Debate (including a live stream Thursday 15 August 15:00): https://program.arendalsuka.no/event/user-view/20802

 

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