Update (June 15, 2026): In a certification audit, the University of Münster demonstrated, as shown in the certificate appendix, that a management system compliant with the ISO 50001:2018 standard has been implemented and is being successfully applied to its data center operations. This certificate is valid from June 10, 2026, to June 9, 2029.
Within the framework of the Energy Efficiency Act (Energieeffizienzgesetz, EnEfG), the University of Münster has received certification under DIN EN ISO 50001. This underscores the univerity's commitment to energy efficiency and sustainability in the data centers it operates and ensures compliance with its legal obligations. For some time now, the CIT and Department 4 "Facility Management" have been working to continuously improve energy performance and ensure the responsible use of resources.
The ISO 50001 energy management standard forms the basis for the University of Münster's energy management system (EnMS). It serves as a guideline for all employees and managers by making energy efficiency an integral part of daily business processes. Since 2025, the energy policy of a first data center has been aligned with the requirements of ISO 50001. The audit process for certification was awarded to GUTcert in a tender and was completed in March 2026.
In this way, the University of Münster is setting clear and measurable goals for increasing energy efficiency in its data center while laying an important foundation for a sustainable IT infrastructure. Continuous review and adjustment of the goals ensure that they comply with the requirements of ISO 50001 and the specific needs of the data center.
Numerous concrete measures already taken by CIT and Department 4 in preparation for certification ensure that all aspects of the energy management system are covered. This successful certification also serves as a model for the university's other data centers and contributes to the widespread adoption of energy-efficient measures.
Energy Efficiency in the Data Center (presentation slides, PDF)
Do you have any ideas on how we can increase energy efficiency in the data center? Please feel free to share your suggestions with us at: energiemanagement@uni-muenster.de
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