The Energy Performance of Buildings Directive (EPBD) establishes clear standards for monitoring, automation, and connectivity in modern buildings. But how can these requirements be specifically implemented in data centers to transform them into truly smart buildings? Lighting plays a central role here: it becomes a future-oriented infrastructure and networking platform. Discover how modern lighting solutions not only increase energy efficiency but also serve as an integral component for monitoring, automation, and secure networking (including cybersecurity) to meet the demanding EPBD requirements.