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This Week in Data Center News: Key Developments and Trends
The burgeoning growth in data centers is not merely characterized by an increase in physical scale. It represents a profound shift towards enhanced operational intelligence, sustainability, and efficiency. Global enterprises are allocating substantial capital to new facilities. This expansion not only enhances their digital infrastructure but also leads to a transformative re-evaluation of critical IT power and management paradigms. This evolution, significantly influenced by
Aug 25, 20255 min read


Load Queue: Finding Power For Data Center Projects
Substations around the country serve as critical, yet increasingly strained nerve centers of an aging power grid, and with continuous dependencies on electrical power. Paired with a large demand from the digital economy , the American power landscape is set for massive shifts. With the rapid proliferation of data centers, energy consumption had reached an all time high in the face of a seemingly unprepared grid. The collision between a physical grid and a booming digital gold
Aug 19, 20255 min read


This Week in Data Center News 8.18.25
What if the next wave of data center growth isn't just about bigger buildings, but about smarter, greener, and more efficient operations? That's exactly what's happening today. As businesses globally pour billions into new facilities, they're not just expanding their digital footprint—they're spearheading a revolution in how we power and manage critical IT infrastructure. This transformation, catalyzed by new legislation and disruptive technologies, is a direct response to th
Aug 18, 20253 min read


This Week in Data Center News 8.11.25
The data center sector is in a period of intense growth and transformation, propelled by advancements in legislation, technology, and...
Aug 12, 20253 min read


The Interplay of Natural Gas and Emerging Technologies in a Decarbonizing Grid
The global energy landscape stands at a crossroads. As nations commit to ambitious decarbonization goals, the path forward requires both...
Aug 5, 20258 min read


This Week in Data Center News 8.4.25
Driven by advancements in legislation, technology, and infrastructure, the data center landscape is both booming and evolving. Globally,...
Aug 4, 20254 min read


New Line Tap Capacity Data: Streamlining Power Grid Analysis
Power grid planning just got more precise. The LandGate platform has now introduced ATC ( Available Transfer Capacity ) and offtake capacity data specifically for line taps , bringing the same comprehensive analysis we've provided for substations to this critical infrastructure component. This development addresses a longstanding challenge in grid analysis . Until now, engineers and planners have had to examine capacity data at both ends of a transmission line, then manually
Jul 31, 20254 min read


Real Estate and Infrastructure Considerations for Data Center Development
The global data center market is experiencing unprecedented growth, driven by cloud computing, artificial intelligence, and the exponential increase in digital data consumption. However, beneath the gleaming server racks and sophisticated cooling systems lies a complex web of real estate and infrastructure challenges that developers must navigate to create successful facilities. Building a modern data center requires far more than securing adequate square footage. Developers
Jul 30, 20255 min read


Inside the Data Center Lifecycle: From Concept to Commissioning
As digital demand accelerates across the globe fueled by AI adoption, cloud migration, and ever-increasing data consumption, the need for...
Jul 29, 20255 min read


This Week in Data Center News 7.28.25
The data center industry is undergoing rapid transformation, driven by significant advancements in legislation, technology, and...
Jul 28, 20254 min read


Energy Storage: The Grid's New Powerhouse
The electricity grid stands at an inflection point. As renewable energy sources like wind and solar become increasingly cost-competitive,...
Jul 25, 20256 min read


Q2 2025 Data Center Activity Report
The U.S. data center sector accelerated in Q2 2025 as hyperscale operators ramped up AI training and inference workloads. Total energy consumption for the quarter reached an estimated 224TWh driven by new GPU dense pods and edge expansions. Capital expenditures reached a growth rate of 17.7% in installed capacity with hyperscalers accounting for over $300 billion in capital expenditures. Despite ongoing challenges which include workforce shortages and interconnection delays,
Jul 23, 20252 min read


This Week in Data Center News 7.21.25
The data center industry is experiencing rapid transformation due to significant progress in legislation, technology, and infrastructure....
Jul 21, 20253 min read


Solar and Data Centers: Strategic Partnerships Beyond Federal Incentives
The energy landscape is shifting dramatically. As federal tax incentives like the Investment Tax Credit (ITC) and Production Tax Credit...
Jul 18, 20257 min read


This Week in Data Center News 7.14.25
The data center industry is undergoing rapid evolution, driven by significant advancements in legislation, technology, and...
Jul 14, 20254 min read


LandGate® spurs data center development in rural Colorado County and beyond
Change isn't just coming—it's here! At LandGate®, we're thrilled to share some groundbreaking news that marks a significant step forward...
Jul 11, 20252 min read


Unmasking Critical Energy Infrastructure Information (CEII)
The energy sector has long operated under clouds of uncertainty. Developers make million-dollar site selections based on incomplete grid...
Jul 8, 20257 min read


This Week in Data Center News 7.7.25
The data center industry is evolving at an extraordinary pace, with significant legislative, technological, and infrastructure...
Jul 7, 20254 min read


What is a Data Center? Unveiling Foundational Infrastructure
Understand the basics of data centers and the infrastructure required for development.
Jul 1, 20254 min read


Data Centers and Water Treatment Plants
One of the unexpected backbones of data center operation is water: Data centers heavily rely on water resources for cooling, efficiency,...
Jul 1, 20252 min read
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