Il Venerdì di Repubblica has published an in-depth feature exploring the invisible yet essential world of data centers, with a spotlight on Mediterra and its Cloud Europe facility in Rome.

In a three-page reportage, journalist Roberto Giovannini takes readers inside one of the most secure data centers in Southern Europe—once a vault for banknotes, now a hub for digital infrastructure powering everyday life. From emails and financial transactions to streaming and smart city services, the article reveals how data centers like Cloud Europe are the silent engines of the digital age.

The article highlights Mediterra’s strategic investments in the Mediterranean region, supported by the infrastructure fund PEIF III managed by DWS. With €80 million invested in the Rome site alone, Cloud Europe is expanding its capacity and technology to serve both private and public clients through a carrier-neutral, multi-tenant model.

Sustainability is a core focus: the facility uses a closed-loop cooling system that consumes no water and relies entirely on renewable energy. It’s also designed to reuse heat generated by servers for district heating or industrial processes.

“Our focus is on Southern Europe,” says Emmanuel Becker, CEO of Mediterra. “The Mediterranean basin is becoming a key hub for submarine cables connecting the digital world, and in the coming years, it will see the most significant growth in traffic.”

This feature is a story of transformation, innovation, and sustainability—and Mediterra is proud to be part of it.

Read the full article here: Il_Venerdi_di_Repubblica_20250905120000.pdf – Google Drive