New Data Center Developments: July 2026
We look at some of the latest data center developments announced over the past month.
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Data center construction has become the largest segment of commercial building construction in North America, with spending reaching a seasonally adjusted annual rate of $51 billion. Demand for data centers remains strong as companies expand artificial intelligence infrastructure, leading to numerous new projects announced across multiple regions. Several policy developments are shaping the industry, including new power connection rules from federal regulators, state-level electricity taxes, and community opposition to some proposed facilities. The rapid growth of data center development is creating challenges around power availability, land use, and community sentiment, which have emerged as significant constraints alongside traditional factors like transmission capacity and supply chains.
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