The global data center industry is at a tipping point. As hyperscalers, cloud providers, and colocation operators race to build capacity, the question isn’t just about where new data centers will rise—but how they’ll be powered. Land acquisition, greenfield development, natural gas reliability, and renewable integration are now the defining factors shaping the industry’s future.
Conferences like RE+ (Renewable Energy Plus) and the Yotta Data Center Conference are driving these conversations forward, highlighting how energy and infrastructure intersect with digital growth. Companies like Pacifico Energy are positioning themselves at the forefront of this transformation, with bold ventures such as the Gigawatt Ranch initiative—designed to bring utility-scale clean energy to large commercial and industrial partners.
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Demand for hyperscale and colocation facilities is surging. Industry analysts expect more than 30 GW of new data center capacity will be required worldwide by 2030. The challenge is finding suitable land that balances power availability, fiber connectivity, zoning, and water access.
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