October 27, 2025
In a move to combine rapid deployment with environmental sustainability, Austrian company EPS has launched a new prefabricated data center module constructed primarily from timber. The announcement was made on October 28, 2025.
The innovative "data center pod" is designed to offer a scalable and eco-friendly solution for companies seeking to expand their computing capacity. By utilizing timber as a primary building material, EPS aims to significantly reduce the carbon footprint associated with traditional data center construction, which relies heavily on steel and concrete.
The prefabricated nature of the unit allows for faster deployment compared to conventional builds. The modules are constructed off-site in a controlled factory environment, leading to higher quality control and a reduction in on-site construction waste. Once assembled, the pods are transported to their final location for quick installation.
This approach is expected to appeal to enterprises and service providers needing to rapidly establish or expand edge computing capabilities, as well as those with strong corporate sustainability mandates. The use of timber not only offers a lower embodied carbon solution but also promotes the use of a renewable resource within the high-tech industry.
The launch positions EPS at the forefront of a growing trend in the data center industry, which is increasingly focusing on reducing its environmental impact through energy-efficient designs and sustainable building materials.
SOURCE DCD
