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Social responsibility and regional engagement are crucial for the sustainable development of the data center industry. With the “Community Engagement & Social Impact” Award, the GDA honors projects that empower local communities, promote workforce development, and enhance public acceptance of data centers.
Eligible applicants include companies, research institutions, and regional initiatives that offer sustainable and scalable solutions – ranging from educational programs and diversity initiatives to awareness campaigns.
Unlike traditional industry awards, the German Datacenter Talents & Impact Award does not focus solely on prize money – which is only awarded in the Young Talents category – but rather on long-term visibility and lasting value for the award recipients.
We are looking for projects that strengthen local communities, promote workforce development, and enhance public acceptance of data centers.
ApplicationWinners will have the opportunity to present their work during the award ceremony at the German Datacenter Conference in front of a distinguished audience. In addition, they can showcase their projects at a relevant GDA event — establishing themselves as thought leaders, sharing best practices, and further developing their approaches.
The awarded projects will also be professionally developed into case studies and published in cooperation with the GDA — featured in the Datacenter Outlook Germany and as a standalone format. This not only increases visibility for the winners but also enhances their credibility.