Last week, we were proud to host a Sustainability Summit alongside the Cambridgeshire Chamber of Commerce at our state-of-the-art DSM ESG Data Centre. Bringing together local businesses, sustainability advocates, and technology leaders, the event sparked important conversations around the intersection of environmental responsibility and digital infrastructure.
As businesses across every sector move increasingly into the digital world, sustainable data storage and management are becoming critical. It’s no longer enough to ask how your data is protected — it’s also time to ask at what environmental cost?
Why Sustainable Data Centres Matter
Data centres are essential for modern business operations, but traditional facilities can be enormous consumers of energy and water. Globally, data centres account for approximately 1–2% of all electricity use, and with data consumption only increasing, that figure is set to rise.
Choosing a data partner committed to Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles helps businesses:
- Reduce their carbon footprint
- Meet sustainability targets and regulatory requirements
- Demonstrate responsible supply chain management to stakeholders
- Drive positive change across industries
At the Summit, it was clear: businesses want to be part of the solution. But not all data centres are created equal.
DSM’s ESG Data Centre: Leading the Way
At DSM Group, sustainability is not an afterthought — it’s built into our DNA. Our ESG Data Centre, located in Cambridgeshire, has been developed from the ground up to minimise environmental impact without compromising performance, security, or reliability.
Here’s how we do it differently:
- Onsite Cooling Lake: Naturally cools equipment without relying solely on energy-intensive mechanical cooling, significantly reducing power usage.
- Water-Cooled Racks: Our cutting-edge cooling technology improves energy efficiency and extends equipment life.
- 200kW Solar Farm: Our own solar installation powers a large portion of our operation, reducing reliance on the grid and lowering carbon emissions.
- Nature Reserve: We’re actively rewilding land around the site, supporting local biodiversity, and ensuring that the land we operate on gives back more than it takes.
- Sustainability First Design: From construction materials to waste management, every aspect of our facility has been engineered with ESG principles in mind.
- ISO 27001:2022 Accredited: Security is never compromised — we’re certified to the latest international standards for information security.
When you’re selecting a data storage or backup partner, look beyond the price tag. Consider their:
- Energy sources and consumption
- Cooling methods
- Carbon reduction commitments
- Social responsibility initiatives
- Governance and security practices
Partnering with an ESG-driven provider like DSM allows you to safeguard your data and your sustainability credentials at the same time.
Chamber Members Offer: 20% Off Data Backup for 12 Months
As a thank you to everyone who attended the Sustainability Summit — and to support local businesses committed to sustainable growth — we’re delighted to offer Cambridgeshire Chamber of Commerce members 20% off data backup services for the first 12 months when signing up as a new customer.
Our data backup services offer:
- Fully UK-based storage
- 24/7 support
- Military-grade encryption
- Flexible, scalable solutions to fit businesses of all sizes
Secure your data. Support the planet. Save money.
Contact us today to find out more and take advantage of this limited-time offer.