VSData launches its eco-friendly data center in Armenia
VSData, an Armenian technology company, has officially announced the launch of the first environmentally friendly data center in the South Caucasus region. This marks a pivotal step in the region’s green digitalization and is among the first of its kind in the world.
Armenian company VSData is introducing green computing innovations to the South Caucasus, announcing the opening of the region’s first eco-friendly data center by the end of 2025. The project aims to minimize its environmental impact by leveraging the climatic advantages of the Aragatsotn region. With the strategy based on renewable natural energy, VSData expects to reduce the carbon footprint by 30-50% compared to traditional data centers.
The VSData project is developed following Tier-3 specifications, ensuring the data center’s high reliability and resilience. The infrastructure includes two independent power lines and an innovative cooling system based on spring water. The center will be connected to Yerevan with a 25 km fiber optic line.
The unique location of the VSData in the gorge, where the air temperature is 5°C lower than surrounding areas, reduces the need for artificial cooling of the heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems. In addition, its proximity to the North-South highway and only a 15-minute drive from Yerevan make it a strategic location for infrastructure and logistics development.
“The demand for data centers is growing due to increasing digitization, from the Internet of Things to AI. As a result, energy consumption by data centers has also significantly risen. That’s why we decided to build a data center using green technologies to reduce electricity consumption and contribute to a more sustainable future,” mentioned Vladimir Shamirian, founder and CEO of VSDATA.
Over recent years, Armenia has made remarkable strides in developing its IT sector, attracting the attention of major international corporations and investors being even called the world’s next tech hub by Forbes. The IT industry in the country is valued at around $250 million annually, with industry giants such as Microsoft, Google, Intel, IBM, Cisco, and Synopsys already established there.
