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—marking a major milestone for the continent’s fast-growing digital infrastructure industry.
The certification, granted by the European Commission’s Joint Research Centre (JRC), places MPT among a select group of global leaders such as Microsoft that have committed to designing and supporting energy-efficient, sustainable data-centre facilities. It also positions the company at the forefront of responsible power use in a sector known for heavy energy demands.
“This is a proud moment for Africa,” said Menno Parsons, Founder and CEO of MPT. “We have always believed that African engineering can meet and exceed global benchmarks. 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.”
A New Benchmark for African Engineering
The European Code of Conduct, launched in 2008, is widely regarded as the gold standard for energy-efficient data-centre operations. It was created in response to rising concerns over the environmental impact of digital infrastructure and has since become a key reference point for operators seeking to reduce consumption and align with global sustainability frameworks.
Bernard Lecanu, Managing Director at BL International Consultant and one of the original architects of the Code, described MPT’s certification as a breakthrough: “MPT’s achievement is not only a first for Africa, it is also a signal that the continent is ready to lead in sustainable digital infrastructure.”
For MPT’s clients—spanning telecommunications, financial services, cloud operators and government agencies—the endorsement offers both commercial and operational advantages. Facilities designed under the Code ensure higher energy performance, reduced operating costs, lower emissions and improved alignment with the EU’s Taxonomy Regulation and sustainability directives.
Catalysing Africa’s Digital Future
The recognition comes at a time when Africa is experiencing a surge in data-centre development driven by cloud adoption, fintech expansion and increased localisation of digital services. Industry analysts say that sustainability credentials are becoming a critical differentiator, especially for regional firms seeking to attract global technology partnerships.
Beyond its own operations, MPT says the certification strengthens its ongoing work with European institutions to develop an “African Code of Conduct” tailored to the continent’s unique energy realities and infrastructure needs—a move that could shape future policy across emerging digital markets.
“This is just the beginning,” Parsons added. “We are not only building data centres; we are helping to build a sustainable digital future for Africa. This achievement proves that African engineering can meet the most demanding global standards and opens the door for deeper collaboration with European partners and policymakers.”
With increasing pressure on the global data-centre industry to cut energy consumption, MPT’s milestone could accelerate sustainability adoption across Africa—bringing the continent one step closer to becoming a competitive hub for next-generation digital infrastructure.