- Nebius Group (NBIS, Financial) showcases a 20% reduction in total cost of ownership through sustainability efforts.
- The company's flagship data center in Mäntsälä, Finland, features a system covering 65% of local heating needs through heat recovery.
- 94% of Nebius's energy comes from low-carbon sources, achieving a market-leading emissions intensity of 0.04 tCO₂-eq per 1 MWh.
Nebius Group N.V. (NBIS), a leader in AI infrastructure, has released its 2024 Sustainability Report, emphasizing the integral role of sustainability in its business strategy. With strategies aligning with the European Sustainability Reporting Standards (ESRS), Nebius demonstrates how embracing eco-friendly practices translates into a competitive edge in the AI industry.
The report outlines Nebius's success in achieving approximately 20% lower total cost of ownership (TCO) by advancing infrastructure efficiencies, such as resilient hardware design and energy-efficient solutions. Notably, their custom-designed servers saved 10 GWh of energy in 2024 compared to out-of-the-box alternatives.
One of the company's hallmark achievements is its data center in Mäntsälä, Finland, which serves as a model for high-efficiency operations. Employing innovations like water- and refrigerant-free air cooling and heat recycling, this facility provides 65% of the local municipality's heating needs, elevating what is typically seen as waste heat into a communal asset.
Furthermore, Nebius's commitment to sustainability is reflected in its energy procurement, with 94% sourced from low-carbon origins. This results in a commendable market-based emissions intensity of just 0.04 tCO₂-eq per 1 MWh, one of the lowest figures among technology companies. Alongside energy efficiency, Nebius addresses e-waste by recycling nearly all of its retired hardware.
By integrating sustainability closely with its operational strategies, Nebius not only enhances performance and reduces environmental impacts but also prepares for regulatory standards and appeals to a growing sustainability-focused market.
