Master Power Technologies (MPT), a leading African provider of critical power and data centre infrastructure, has become the first African company to be officially certified as an Endorser of the European Code of Conduct for Energy Efficiency in Data Centres.
The milestone positions MPT at the forefront of sustainable data centre design on the continent, affirming its alignment with the highest international standards for energy efficiency and responsible power use.
The certification, awarded by the European Commission’s Joint Research Centre (JRC), recognises companies that design and support data centres in accordance with rigorous best practices for energy management. MPT now joins a select group of global leaders, including Microsoft, who have earned the prestigious endorsement.
“This is a proud moment for Africa. We have always believed that African engineering can meet and exceed global benchmarks. Now, with this certification, we can confidently assure our clients that their data centres are being built to the same standards as the best in Europe, efficient, sustainable and future-ready,” said Menno Parsons, Founder and CEO of MPT.
Setting the Gold Standard
Launched in 2008, the European Code of Conduct was developed to address the growing energy demands of data centres and has become the gold standard for energy-efficient design and operation across the EU. Until now, no African engineering firm had achieved certification under the framework.
Bernard Lecanu, Managing Director at BL International Consultant and one of the original architects of the Code, welcomed MPT’s achievement: “MPT’s certification is not only a first for Africa, it signals that the continent is ready to lead in sustainable digital infrastructure.”
For MPT clients, the endorsement guarantees that facilities are designed with optimal energy performance, reducing operational costs and environmental impact, while enhancing credibility with global partners seeking alignment with EU sustainability directives.
Boosting Africa’s Data Centre Industry
Beyond commercial gains, MPT’s certification has wider implications for Africa’s growing digital economy. With the continent’s data centre demand increasing rapidly, the need for resilient and efficient infrastructure is critical. MPT’s leadership sets a precedent and contributes to the development of a potential African Code of Conduct in collaboration with European institutions.
“This is just the beginning. We are not only building data centres, but also helping to create a sustainable digital future for Africa. This certification proves that African engineering can meet the most demanding global standards and gives our clients confidence that every facility we design is optimised for performance, resilience, and environmental responsibility,” Parsons added.
MPT’s milestone also paves the way for deeper collaboration with European partners and policymakers, positioning Africa as an active participant in shaping the future of data centre innovation.