{"id":1066,"date":"2016-02-22T13:53:46","date_gmt":"2016-02-22T13:53:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/portugaldc.pt\/?page_id=1066"},"modified":"2026-01-19T23:51:26","modified_gmt":"2026-01-19T23:51:26","slug":"portugaldc","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/portugaldc.pt\/en\/portugaldc\/","title":{"rendered":"About us"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wpb-content-wrapper\"><p>[vc_row css_animation=&#8221;&#8221; row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; use_row_as_full_screen_section=&#8221;no&#8221; type=&#8221;grid&#8221; angled_section=&#8221;no&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; background_image_as_pattern=&#8221;without_pattern&#8221; z_index=&#8221;&#8221; padding_top=&#8221;80&#8243; padding_bottom=&#8221;20&#8243;][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h2>Mission<\/h2>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text]<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Our mission is to advance and empower the data center ecosystem in Portugal, committing to fostering innovation, sustainability, and collaboration. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Portugal DC wants to shape the future of digital infrastructure by establishing resilient, efficient and sustainable data centers, promoting collaboration within the industry, empowering the digital sector through support and education, and championing initiatives that contribute positively to communities and the environment. We strive to elevate Portugal as a global leader in digital innovation, driving industry growth while maintaining a strong commitment to ethical and responsible practices.<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;922&#8243; img_size=&#8221;full&#8221; qode_css_animation=&#8221;&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css_animation=&#8221;&#8221; row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; use_row_as_full_screen_section=&#8221;no&#8221; type=&#8221;grid&#8221; angled_section=&#8221;no&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; background_image_as_pattern=&#8221;without_pattern&#8221; z_index=&#8221;&#8221; padding_top=&#8221;40&#8243; padding_bottom=&#8221;40&#8243;][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h2>Vision<\/h2>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text]The Portuguese Data Center Association aspires to be a driving force in shaping Portugal&#8217;s digital landscape by fostering innovation, sustainability, and collaboration within the data center ecosystem.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>We envision a future where we:[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css_animation=&#8221;&#8221; row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; use_row_as_full_screen_section=&#8221;no&#8221; type=&#8221;grid&#8221; angled_section=&#8221;no&#8221; text_align=&#8221;center&#8221; background_image_as_pattern=&#8221;without_pattern&#8221; z_index=&#8221;&#8221; padding_top=&#8221;40&#8243; padding_bottom=&#8221;40&#8243;][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/4&#8243;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong><b>Pioneer Flexibility and Agility<\/b><\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][vc_single_image image=&#8221;946&#8243; img_size=&#8221;full&#8221; qode_css_animation=&#8221;&#8221;][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;23px&#8221;][vc_column_text]<span style=\"color: #000000;\">We lead the way in establishing flexible and agile data centers that adapt to the evolving needs of a digital society. By forging strong foundations and optimizing processes, we strive to position Portugal as a hub for cutting-edge digital infrastructure.<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;52px&#8221;][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/4&#8243;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Unify<\/span><\/h3>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Collaboration<\/span><\/h3>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][vc_single_image image=&#8221;945&#8243; img_size=&#8221;full&#8221; qode_css_animation=&#8221;&#8221;][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;23px&#8221;][vc_column_text]<span style=\"color: #000000;\">Our vision involves creating a cohesive and collaborative environment where stakeholders from diverse backgrounds come together. We aim to facilitate seamless communication, cooperation, and knowledge exchange, fostering a united Data Center ecosystem that propels Portugal&#8217;s digital progress.<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;52px&#8221;][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/4&#8243;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>Nurture Digital Empowerment<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][vc_single_image image=&#8221;947&#8243; img_size=&#8221;full&#8221; qode_css_animation=&#8221;&#8221;][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;23px&#8221;][vc_column_text]<span style=\"color: #000000;\">We are dedicated to empowering the digital sector by sponsoring foundational initiatives that uplift the industry. Through comprehensive educational programs, we cultivate a skilled workforce, ensuring Portugal&#8217;s competitiveness in the global digital landscape.<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;52px&#8221;][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/4&#8243;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>Elevate<br \/>\n<\/strong><\/span><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>Sustainability<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][vc_single_image image=&#8221;944&#8243; img_size=&#8221;full&#8221; qode_css_animation=&#8221;&#8221;][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;23px&#8221;][vc_column_text]<span style=\"color: #000000;\">Our vision extends beyond industry growth; we champion initiatives that go beyond profit margins. We actively contribute to the well-being of communities and the environment, driving sustainability within the data center industry and aligning our growth with responsible and ethical practices.<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;52px&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row row_type=&#8221;parallax&#8221; parallax_content_width=&#8221;in_grid&#8221; text_align=&#8221;center&#8221; full_screen_section_height=&#8221;no&#8221; background_image=&#8221;322&#8243; section_height=&#8221;350&#8243;][vc_column][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;90px&#8221;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #ffffff;\"><strong>Lead Globally in Digital Innovation<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #ffffff;\">As we shape the future of data centers and digital infrastructure in Portugal, we envision the nation as a global leader in digital innovation. Through our commitment to flexibility, collaboration, empowerment, and sustainability, we strive to elevate Portugal&#8217;s profile on the world stage, showcasing its excellence in the digital realm.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css_animation=&#8221;element_from_fade&#8221; row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; use_row_as_full_screen_section=&#8221;no&#8221; type=&#8221;grid&#8221; angled_section=&#8221;no&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; background_image_as_pattern=&#8221;without_pattern&#8221; z_index=&#8221;&#8221; padding_top=&#8221;80&#8243; padding_bottom=&#8221;40&#8243;][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h2>Values<\/h2>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text el_class=&#8221;valoresDC&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h4><strong>Collaboration for Impact<\/strong>: Fostering a culture of teamwork and inclusivity to harness the collective strength of diverse perspectives for meaningful industry impact.<\/h4>\n<h4><strong>Innovation for Progress<\/strong>: Encouraging and embracing technological and operational innovation to drive positive change within the data center sector.<\/h4>\n<h4><strong>Advocacy for Growth<\/strong>: Representing and advancing the interests of members through active advocacy for policies that support the sustainable growth of the data center industry.<\/h4>\n<h4><strong>Environmental Responsibility<\/strong>: Demonstrating a commitment to sustainable practices, including energy efficiency and renewable energy adoption, to minimize the industry&#8217;s environmental footprint.<\/h4>\n<h4><strong>Integrity and Transparency<\/strong>: Upholding honesty and ethical conduct to build trust among members, stakeholders, and the public.<\/h4>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css_animation=&#8221;&#8221; row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; use_row_as_full_screen_section=&#8221;no&#8221; type=&#8221;grid&#8221; angled_section=&#8221;no&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; 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