Three Site Selection Considerations for Data Center Development
Determine whether a site is a prime data center opportunity before building
According to an August 2022 article by GlobeNewswire, approximately 2,825 MW of power capacity will be added to the data center market in the next five years. The same report forecasts the U.S. data center construction market to reach $25 billion by 2027. While the need for data centers continues to increase, finding a suitable property with the right zoning, utilities, and development timeline can be challenging. The following three site selection considerations can help owners and developers determine whether a site is a prime data center opportunity.