The development of data centers in Lombardy has once again become a topic of public discussion. An article published today by Il Sole 24 Ore explores the debate surrounding several projects currently under evaluation in the southern area of Milan, where differing views are emerging between infrastructure development needs and concerns raised by local residents.
The article also includes the perspective of IDA – Italian Datacenter Association through comments from President Luca Beltramino, who highlights the importance of addressing these issues through a technical approach based on objective data and transparent methodologies.
“Next-generation data centers, thanks to the adoption of advanced cooling systems, have a minimal and measurable external thermal impact,” Beltramino states in the article, reaffirming the need to distinguish between perceptions and verifiable data.
The growth of digital infrastructure is now a strategic element for the country’s competitiveness and for the evolution of essential services related to cloud computing, artificial intelligence, connectivity, and digital transformation. In this context, dialogue with local communities is essential and should be based on rigorous, transparent, and shared evaluation processes.
IDA confirms its commitment to promoting an industry culture grounded in accurate information, sustainability, and constructive dialogue among institutions, operators, and local communities.
