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firstcolo Achieves Recognition at the 2025 GDA Awards

Frankfurt, Germany—On September 19, 2025, firstcolo GmbH was awarded the esteemed German Datacenter Talents & Impact Award in the Sustainability & Green Data Centers category. This recognition comes from the German Datacenter Association (GDA) in acknowledgment of outstanding contributions to the industry’s evolution, particularly in sustainability.

The awards were particularly focused on honoring innovative projects, aiming for improvements in efficiency, collaboration across sectors, and forward-thinking business strategies. Firstcolo set itself apart with its groundbreaking project, FRA7, which is currently in development in Rosbach vor der Höhe. Jerome Evans, the founder and CEO of firstcolo GmbH, expressed delight upon receiving this honor: “Receiving this award reinforces our dedication to building sustainable and competitive data centers. As the demand for data grows, energy consumption increases, and it’s critical that we act on climate issues,” he stated.

The Significance of FRA7

With a vision to combine high performance, sustainability, and data sovereignty, FRA7 is designed to meet the modern demands of data processing while ensuring ecological viability. Achieving a Power Usage Effectiveness (PUE) of below 1.2 is one of the project’s key goals, which is seen as essential due to the growing global CO₂ emissions attributed to the ICT sector. The data center will harness advanced cooling technologies that promise efficiency breakthroughs, surpassing traditional air cooling methods.

Evans elaborated on the innovative aspects of FRA7, “Our use of high-density liquid cooling technology is indicative of the future direction for energy efficiency in data centers. This facility will operate on certified green electricity, and we aim to leverage excess heat by integrating it into the municipal district heating grid.” This multifaceted approach underlines firstcolo’s commitment to resource conservation while maintaining operational efficiency.

An Evolving Infrastructure

The unique selling proposition of FRA7 lies in its dynamic infrastructure. This construction is not only designed for the current needs but is also adaptable for future technological advancements. The jury praised firstcolo's comprehensive sustainability strategy and its proven success in reducing energy consumption and resource wastage. “Building a facility that acts as both a technical flagship and an ecological benchmark was our goal from the start,” remarked Evans.

Moreover, the project is committed to utilizing recyclable materials during its construction phase. This strategy not only underscores firstcolo's environmental ethos but also reflects its visionary look at future data center designs. As the industry recognizes the need for sustainable practices, FRA7 embodies a model that advances both performance and ecological responsibility.

Impacts Beyond the Data Center

FRA7 stands to influence the regional landscape by demonstrating that high-performance data operations can be aligned with sustainability principles. Its establishment promises potential collaborations and replicatable solutions for similar infrastructural projects across the globe. “This facility illustrates that high-performance data centers can indeed function sustainably while being in sync with local energy needs,” Evans concluded.

About firstcolo GmbH

Firstcolo GmbH is a premier operator of data centers in Germany, primarily located in Frankfurt am Main, where it offers various services including classic colocation, and managed and cloud services. The company is dedicated to delivering the highest quality service to its clients and emphasizes innovation and sustainability in its operations.

For more details about firstcolo GmbH and its ongoing projects, head to firstcolo.net/en.