Datacenter attractiveness
Duration : 20 mins
Format : Class discussion
Assignment
We have seen that the implementation of a data centre responds to technical and political criteria. Putting yourself in the shoes of a datacenter developer, do you think France is an attractive place for implementing a data centre?
Using the list of criteria and ressources below which you can supplement with the elements seen in class and your own knowledge, determine the advantages and limitations of France for implementing a data centre.
In addition, what can you notice about the implementation of data centres and projects by looking at [this datacentre map] (https://datacenters.hubblo.org/)?
Ressources
Criteria
| Criteria |
|---|
| Privileged access to the electricity grid (source station) |
| Privileged access to internet fibre network (backbone) |
| Low natural risks (eruptions, floods, etc.) |
| Access to cheap land |
| Low cost or preferential electricity rate |
| Tax benefits or tax reductions |
| Legal shortcuts |
| Potentially access to a water network |
| Other criteria |
Other ressources
- Map related to data centers implementation (price, carbon intensity, electricity network, backbone network, grid capacity, …): https://enersite.app/
- Most complete map of datacenter in France both in operation and in development (Hubblo) : https://datacenters.hubblo.org/
- Map of natural risk distribution in France
- Blog note on France Datacenter regulatory framework from a US law firm (Bracewell) : https://www.bracewell.com/resources/building-data-centers-in-france-navigating-regulatory-hurdles-and-unlocking-growth/
- Comparison of data center incentive schemes across Europe : https://paczyzak.substack.com/p/data-center-incentive-schemes
