An interesting discussion, organized by IBNI, took place in the splendid Piazza Sant’Ambrogio setting of the Wegal law firm in Milan, focusing on the role of datacentres as strategic infrastructure for the development of the digital economy.
What infrastructure investments are needed? What environmental implications do they entail? What opportunities can they generate in terms of employment, innovation, and economic growth for Italy and Lombardy?
This is a phenomenon poised for growth, one that requires a forward-looking political vision and an approach capable of balancing development, sustainability, and competitiveness. In this regard, Ireland—one of the most advanced European countries in this sector—can offer valuable insights thanks to its experience and best practice it has developed over the years.
The panel of experts invited to debate these interesting issues were Davide Giovenzana – Director of Construction, Equinix Italia; Mikey Ryan – Group Operations Director, Kirby Group Engineering; Roberto Bettuzzi, Enterprise Ireland (Senior Market Advisor High Tech Construction) and the moderator was Michael McDonagh di IBNI.
