Status: Operational / Upgraded for AI & High-Density Workloads | Location: Kuortaneenkatu 3, 00510 Helsinki, Finland
The atNorth HEL1 (FIN01) AI Data Center is a purpose-built high-density digital infrastructure facility located in the heart of Helsinki’s renowned "Telecom Valley," serving as one of the Nordic region’s premier platforms for artificial intelligence (AI), high-performance computing (HPC), machine learning, and sovereign cloud deployments. Strategically positioned within Finland’s leading telecommunications ecosystem, the facility provides direct connectivity to FICIX (Finnish Internet Exchange), enabling ultra-low-latency access to major European cloud platforms, research networks, and enterprise digital infrastructure. Engineered specifically for compute-intensive workloads, HEL1 supports high-density rack configurations and advanced cooling technologies capable of meeting the thermal demands of next-generation GPU clusters and AI training environments. The facility takes full advantage of Finland’s 100% renewable electricity grid and naturally cool climate, utilising direct free-air cooling to significantly reduce energy consumption while maintaining optimal operating conditions throughout the year. Sustainability is further enhanced through innovative heat recovery systems that capture excess server heat and integrate it into local municipal district heating networks, reducing carbon emissions and supporting Helsinki’s circular energy economy. Built with resilient power infrastructure, redundant electrical systems, and comprehensive physical and cyber security, HEL1 delivers the high levels of availability required for mission-critical enterprise, research, and government applications. As demand for AI and HPC infrastructure continues to accelerate across Europe, the atNorth HEL1 (FIN01) AI Data Center provides a secure, scalable, and environmentally sustainable platform that enables digital innovation while reinforcing Finland’s position as a leading destination for green, high-performance data centre infrastructure.
| Field | Value |
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| Project Name | atNorth HEL1 AI Data Center Helsinki Finland: Sustainable High-Density & AI Computing Hub |
| Location | Kuortaneenkatu 3, 00510 Helsinki, Finland |
| Status | Operational / Upgraded for AI & High-Density Workloads |
| Project Type | High-Density Colocation, High-Performance Computing (HPC), AI Inference & Training Data Center |
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| City Name | Helsinki |
| Population | 690,000 |
| Urban Agglomeration | ~1.6 million (Helsinki Metropolitan Area) |
| Economic Profile | 🔒 Detailed city intelligence available to subscribers |
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