Large data centers projected to triple from 90 to 280 by 2030 on AI demand
Beth_Kindig · x · 2026-09-12
Industry projections suggest the number of 100MW+ large-scale data centers could nearly triple from 90 today to 280 by 2030 if all planned projects are completed, driven by Microsoft, Meta, Google, Amazon and Nvidia.
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