The Eurovent Task Force ‘IT Cooling’ (TF-ITC) participants have elected the group’s first Chairperson, Enrico Boscaro and its first Vice-Chairperson, Mario Scattolin. They will both serve in their positions for a 2-year term.
Eurovent Task Force's initiatives
Enrico Boscaro, Group Marketing Manager at CAREL, brings over 25 years of experience in the HVACR sector and has been an active member of Eurovent for many years. He is widely recognized for his leadership, technical expertise, and dedication to advancing the industry’s standards.
In his new role as Chairperson, Boscaro will oversee the Eurovent Task Force's strategic initiatives, focusing on shaping the future of the data center cooling sector across Europe.
Scattolin’s commitment to sustainability
Scattolin’s deep sense of the industry’s needs, coupled with his commitment to effectiveness
Mario Scattolin, Global Compliance Director at Vertiv, will assume the role of Vice-Chairperson. He is an expert in IT cooling solutions with extensive experience in European and worldwide markets.
Scattolin’s deep understanding of the industry’s needs, coupled with his commitment to effectiveness and sustainability, will be instrumental in guiding Eurovent's initiatives toward greater efficiency, environmental responsibility, and technological advancement.
Data center industry
The new TF-ITC Chairperson, Enrico Boscaro, stated: “The data center industry is using a lot of energy, but from a global perspective it is providing technologies, from video conferencing to AI, that might result in global energy savings."
"Nonetheless, the players in the data center cooling marketplace have always been striving to achieve energy efficiency."
New technologies and EU regulations
Boscaro added: "New technologies and new EU regulations are creating new challenges, but I am sure this group, made up of exceptionally skilled professionals, is willing to lead the way for the entire HVAC to aim at continuous improvement, to guarantee the best sustainability both from the environmental and the economic point of view."
"I am honored to be the Chairperson of this group and will do my best to collect everyone’s contribution together with Mario, to combine all the members' knowledge and support the policymakers in this journey that will make our planet a better place.”
Imperative need for decarbonization
Eurovent members with information about ongoing developments in the data center cooling sector
Marion Scattolin, TF-ITC Vice-Chairperson, mentioned: “I am honored and excited to serve as the Vice-Chairperson of the Task Force. In our increasingly interconnected world, the demand for computational power continues to grow exponentially. This growth parallels the critical need to address environmental impacts, climate change and the imperative need for decarbonization.”
“Our Task Force is at the forefront of providing any useful information for defining the regulatory framework that will govern IT cooling products in Europe. We are committed to ensuring that these technologies not only meet rigorous safety standards but also improve the competitiveness of the sector and strengthen European energy autonomy."
Developments in the data center cooling sector
Scattolin added: "As we face the complexities ahead, collaboration will be key. Together, we can harness innovation to create sustainable solutions that align with our environmental goals while supporting economic growth. I look forward to working alongside each of you to advance our shared mission.”
The Eurovent Task Force ‘IT Cooling’ was launched in December 2024 and provides Eurovent members with information about ongoing developments in the data center cooling sector. The Task Force is open to all Eurovent members.
