On the Spot with Steve Lore – August 2025

August 27, 2025

On the Spot with Steve Lore

Inside the Data Center Boom

In this episode, Steve Williams sits down with Steve Lore to unpack the unprecedented surge of investment pouring into new data center construction.

🔹Key topics discussed:

• Why developers can’t build data centers fast enough, and why many are fully leased before completion.
• The premium market focus on hyperscale centers vs. the overlooked opportunities in smaller, vintage data centers.
• How timing is impacting returns for investors and developers.
• The critical role of resource management, including water usage, and how community buy-in can make or break a project.

For a full breakdown of the latest trends and insights, check out our Data Center Market Update:

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