Iceland: The Rising Hub for Data Centers

Iceland is one of the few countries in the world where nature and technology come together to create an ideal location for data centres. Iceland has a highly skilled labour force with experience in software development and IT technology. Coupled with the robust engineering sector, which is an integral part of the Icelandic economy, the country is fertile ground for any software-related project. What's more, Iceland not only provides 100% clean energy due to its environment, but also provides free cooling all year round due to its naturally cold weather. Swapp Agency can assist you in finding the right data centre contacts, choosing the right partner to work with in Iceland and answer any other questions regarding operations, availability of resources or the business environment in general, including the tax and legal framework.

Iceland, the green and clean heaven for sustainable data centers

Iceland is one of the few countries in the world that has a uniquely suitable environment for the installation of data centres. These facilities consume large amounts of electricity, which in other countries often comes from highly polluting sources. This is not the case in Iceland, where the electricity grid is powered entirely by green energy sources. 73% of electricity in Iceland is generated by hydropower and 27% by geothermal plants.

In addition, the low temperatures that Iceland is known for can easily be utilised to efficiently cool hardware, drastically reducing cooling costs. Data servers require careful temperature management to avoid overheating. The high power consumption in these processes requires constant cooling to prevent the sensitive circuits from overheating. In Iceland, overheating is unlikely to be a risk given the year-round low temperatures for which the country is known. A data centre project is not only completely sustainable, but also cost-effective compared to possible locations in other countries.

Another great advantage of Iceland is that it is one of the safest countries in the world, with a very low risk of natural disasters, as several scientific studies have shown. All data servers located in Iceland are guaranteed to be safer than in any other country.

Apart from the environment, Iceland has a long tradition in engineering and is one of the most important centres in Europe for software developers and IT staff. In Iceland you will find many engineers with professional skills who can manage Level 1 and Level 2 data centres.

When you combine Iceland's environmental and natural strengths with the skilled workforce the country has developed over the years, you get a powerful synergy that makes Iceland one of the best countries in the world for data centres.

Get in touch with Icelandic professionals

Contact Swapp Agency for comprehensive advice on installing a new data centre in Iceland, working with an existing data centre or doing business with one. We are a leading group of experts in various fields. Our professional team will be happy to support you throughout the entire process, from planning to final implementation. Regardless of the industry or sector, we are ready to solve all your requests.