atNorth and Kesko repurpose data center heat for retail

atNorth and Kesko have announced a partnership to capture and reuse excess heat from atNorth’s FIN02 data center to supply heating to a nearby Kesko store.

• Main action: The partnership captures excess heat from atNorth’s FIN02 data center and supplies the majority of heating required by a nearby Kesko store, reducing reliance on district heating.
• Details & outcomes: The project is expected to lower emissions by approximately 200 tons of CO₂ annually and is presented as an example of circular economy practices and local energy ecosystem integration.