Germany community investments
Microsoft datacenters are part of the backbone of Germany’s digital ecosystem. They empower government, businesses, and wider society to function and innovate—supporting each one of us with the critical infrastructure we have come to rely on. Microsoft is a major investor in Germany’s renewable energy generation, meeting the growing demand for digital services while helping Germany on its decarbonization journey.
Our datacenters are essential to modern life—creating quality construction and operation jobs, supporting STEM skilling and education, and fostering meaningful community partnerships. We are committed to being a good neighbor that contributes to a sustainable future, promoting prosperity and well-being, while addressing societal challenges through our investments.
Learn more about how Microsoft invests in local programs that benefit people of all ages.
The following program list contains a sample of the kinds of investments we make on an annual basis, aligned with the Microsoft Datacenter Community Pledge.
Microsoft believes everyone should have access to the skills, technology, and opportunity they need to succeed in a changing economy.
Foerderverein fuer Jugend und Sozialarbeit e. V. is committed to innovative cultural and multimedia projects and developing educational opportunities and offers for young people in critical phases of life.
- AI on Wheels – Shaping the future together is a skilling program designed to empower people in the Rheinisches Revier region with cutting-edge AI and future skills to participate in the anticipated regional economic transition from “Coal to AI”. This initiative aims to bridge the gap between current educational practices and the modern workforce’s needs, thereby enhancing the employability and job readiness of young individuals in underserved regions. By reaching over 10,000 people , AI on Wheels strives to foster sustainable development, community engagement, and access to AI innovation, ensuring that the region remains competitive and adaptive in a rapidly evolving technological landscape.
ReDI School of Digital Integration is a nonprofit tech school providing migrants and marginalized locals with free and equitable access to digital education. It offers high quality coding and basic computer courses in combination with a unique career and mentorship program, which includes the chance to collaborate with tech companies, startups, and digital industry leaders. Its aim is to provide its learners with valuable digital skills, a growth mindset, strengthened career skills, and a strong network of tech professionals to help create new opportunities for all.
- Refugee Skilling and Integration program equips participants with in-demand skills and knowledge to navigate the rapidly evolving tech landscape, supporting their integration into the workforce while addressing the significant IT talent shortage. Through classes and workshops, participants will gain tech skilling and networking opportunities with local IT professionals. Training topics include front-end development, data analytics, UX design, cloud computing, and the ethical use of AI in professional settings.
Haus des Stiftens is a social enterprise that works with partners to help foundations, nonprofit organizations, and companies innovate and use modern tools and services to maximise the support they can provide to their service users.
- NGO Skilling Initiative will equip non-governmental organizations (NGOs) with essential AI skills through a thoughtfully designed training program. This initiative includes online workshops and practical webinars, ensuring participants gain hands-on experience with AI technologies. The comprehensive approach will help NGO staff and volunteers to better serve their communities by using AI for greater efficiency and effectiveness.