OpenAI’s Bold European Leap: First AI Data Center Arrives in Norway

Key Points

1. OpenAI's Stargate Norway is a joint venture with Nscale and Aker, aiming to deliver 230 MW initially, expanding to 290 MW, and housing 100,000 Nvidia GPUs by 2026.

2. The project aligns with Europe's push for AI sovereignty, leveraging European sovereign compute and complying with the EU AI Act and Energy Efficiency Directive.

3. Norway's AI ecosystem benefits from the partnership, with Nscale and Aker committing approximately $1 billion to advance AI infrastructure.

4. OpenAI's investment reflects a global strategy to meet growing computational demands for developing advanced AI models.

5. The data center will utilize excess heat from GPU systems, supporting sustainable operations and aligning with Europe's regulatory frameworks.