Stargate Norway AI Datacenter

planned

OpenAI is launching its first AI datacenter in Europe, called Stargate Norway, in partnership with Nscale and Aker. The facility will initially deliver 230MW of capacity, powered entirely by renewable energy and using advanced liquid cooling technology, with plans to expand to 290MW and 100,000 NVIDIA GPUs by the end of 2026. The datacenter will prioritize access for Norwegian AI startups and researchers, while also making surplus capacity available to users across the UK, Nordics, and Northern Europe. It is located in Narvik, Norway, chosen for its abundant hydropower, low-cost energy, cool climate, and mature industrial base. The facility is designed to run entirely on renewable power and will employ closed-loop, direct-to-chip liquid cooling for maximum efficiency. Excess heat generated will support low-carbon enterprises in the region.