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Data centres are the foundation of our digital economy, yet their evolution is often overlooked.

As demand for compute power intensifies – driven by AI workloads, cloud adoption and edge computing – the sector faces unprecedented pressure to scale rapidly, profoundly and sustainably. Energy consumption, capacity, cooling innovation and grid resilience have moved from operational concerns to strategic imperatives.

This year ' s Top 100 Data Centre Leaders from Data Centre Magazine recognises individuals navigating these challenges with clarity and precision.

Our list features those designing next-generation infrastructure, embedding renewable energy strategies and rethinking operational efficiency at scale.

Each leader is addressing the question that defines the industry today: how to meet exponential demand without compromising reliability, cost or environmental responsibility.

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