Orange DC Normandie 2

Orange DC Normandie 2 is a state-of-the-art data center located in Normandy, France. This facility spans 18,000 square meters, with 5,000 square meters dedicated to computer rooms designed to host both business and residential customer data, as well as Orange's own internal information system.

The data center operates with a strong commitment to energy efficiency, functioning without air conditioning for over 10 months a year through the use of free cooling systems. This innovative approach leverages the external air and the building's design to naturally cool the IT equipment, reducing the energy impact by 30% compared to previous generation data centers.

Furthermore, Orange DC Normandie 2 is part of Orange's strategic initiative to achieve Net Zero Carbon by 2040. The data center's energy needs are met through Power Purchase Agreements with renewable energy providers, ensuring a sustainable operation with a Power Usage Effectiveness (PUE) rating estimated at 1.3, making it one of the most efficient data centers in France.