Case Studies

Matrix Capital SA and Eidetic AS

Eidetic AS, a wholly owned subsidiary of Matrix Capital AG, is responsible for the development and operation of data centers in Norway.

Backed by the financial strength and strategic vision of Matrix Capital AG, Eidetic AS ensures efficient, sustainable, and future-ready infrastructure aligned with Norwegian regulations and green energy standards.

Sustainable AI Data Center in Åseral, Norway

Overview
Eidetic AS, a Norwegian technology company, is developing a cutting-edge AI co-location facility in Åseral, Norway. The project leverages the country’s abundant renewable energy resources and a supportive regulatory environment to build a future-ready data infrastructure.

Key Features

Renewable Energy Supply
The data center will operate entirely on hydropower, benefiting from Norway’s surplus of green, cost-efficient electricity. This makes the facility highly sustainable and ideal for power-intensive AI workloads.
Governmental Support
The project has received full approval from Norwegian authorities, reflecting national priorities around green technology and innovation. This regulatory alignment ensures long-term operational stability and scalability.
Strategic Location
Åseral offers natural cooling advantages due to its cold climate and is in close proximity to hydropower sources. These geographical benefits significantly reduce cooling costs and environmental impact.
Strong Backing from Matrix Capital AG
With financial and strategic investment from Matrix Capital AG, Eidetic AS has the necessary resources to scale quickly and meet increasing global demand for AI infrastructure.

Impact
Eidetic’s Åseral facility demonstrates how sustainable practices and forward-looking investments can converge to meet the high-performance demands of AI, while minimizing environmental impact.

AI & Rendering-Optimized Data Center in Bardufoss, Norway

Overview
Eidetic AS is expanding its data center footprint with a new facility in Bardufoss, Norway, purpose-built for AI applications and advanced rendering workloads. This site pushes the envelope of sustainability by integrating energy reuse into the local ecosystem.

Key Features

Hydropower-Driven Operations
As with Åseral, the Bardufoss facility runs entirely on clean, renewable hydropower. This ensures both operational efficiency and minimal carbon footprint.
Designed for AI and Rendering
The data center is architected to support large-scale AI training and high-throughput rendering processes, with state-of-the-art GPUs and optimized infrastructure.
Innovative Heat Reuse
A unique feature of the Bardufoss site is its closed-loop heat recovery system. Waste heat from the servers is channeled directly into nearby greenhouses, providing sustainable warmth for local food production.
Environmental Synergy
This integration of tech and agriculture creates a symbiotic relationship where digital infrastructure actively supports local sustainability goals—lowering emissions while contributing to food security.

Impact
The Bardufoss project sets a new standard for data center design, showing how AI computing can coexist with and even enhance local ecological systems. By turning excess heat into a resource, Eidetic AS demonstrates that high-performance computing and environmental stewardship can go hand in hand.