Lancom, the only Greek company that offers combined specialized cloud, data center, telecommunications and cybersecurity services, announces that Balkan Gate Thessaloniki, Certified as 100% green data center for 2024.
Balkan Gate Thessaloniki is the largest Tier III, Carrier-Neutral Data Center in Northern Greece and is a strategic interconnection hub for Southeast Europe. It has already been selected as a point of presence (PoP) by leading international and domestic telecommunications providers, offering hosting and interconnection services that meet the strictest safety, reliability and performance standards.
The 100% green operation certification was awarded on the basis of an energy certificate issued by volton, confirming that the entire energy consumed for 2024 comes exclusively from renewable energy sources (APE). At the same time, Balkan Gate adopts sustainable operating practices, drastically reducing its carbon footprint and overall energy consumption. In the facility, significant investments in advanced energy and cooling management systems have been implemented and continue to be implemented, ensuring top energy efficiency.
In his statement about this development, k. Nikos Zachariadis, COO of Lancom, said:
“The certification of Balkan Gate Thessaloniki as a 100% green data center is not just a distinction — it is the result of strategic choice and daily commitment to sustainability. At Lancom, we are steadily investing in technologies that reduce our energy footprint, while ensuring top performance and security for our customers. In 2025 we continue even more dynamically, putting sustainability at the center of our innovation.”
This certification is a key milestone for Lancom and the wider technological industry of Greece, highlighting the Balkan Gate Thessaloniki as one of the most energy efficient and environmentally responsible data centers in Southeast Europe. Through this development, Lancom further strengthens its position as a leading force in providing innovative, safe and green technological solutions.
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