The implementation of the Data Center Valley project
was discussed at a meeting chaired by Kazakh Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov.
The initiative is among the country’s key digital projects. For its
realization, land plots have already been designated in the Pavlodar region,
and a 215 MW substation has been secured. This, participants noted, lays the
groundwork for a future digital hub. In addition, a preferential electricity
tariff model was approved at the meeting, while investment and tax incentives were
formalized. These measures are intended to increase the project’s appeal to
major global technology players. Negotiations have already been held with more
than 20 companies from the United States, China, and India operating in cloud
computing, big data processing, and artificial intelligence. Following the
talks, preliminary demand for capacity exceeding 100 MW has been generated. The
overall potential of the Data Center Valley is estimated at up to 1 GW and is
designed to accommodate major anchor clients.
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