The cost of Data Center (US$ per watt)

The infographic highlights the Data Center Cost Index from Turner & Townsend, showcasing the Top-15 global cities where the cost to construct data center's is highest, cost measured in "US$ per watt. of output" This metric captures the expense of building data center's based on power capacity, a critical factor given rising demands for digital infrastructure. These costs reflect regional differences in labour, materials, and energy demands, providing insights into global construction trends.

The rising cost of data center's impacts users and investors by increasing service prices and affecting profitability. Investors face higher capital expenditure, potentially reducing returns. The market is growing rapidly due to digital transformation, increased cloud computing, and AI, driving demand for data center's. However, these facilities have environmental and climate impacts, consuming significant energy and water resources. As data center's expand, their carbon footprint grows, urging a shift toward more sustainable practices and green energy solutions.

For more information on data center trends and costs, you can refer to:

1 - How much do High Net-worth Individuals Invest in Data Centers - by Pranav Gavali on Voronoi

2 - How many data centers do major big tech companies have? - by Visual Capitalist

3 - Can Data Centers be sources of sustainable heat? - by Visual Capitalist

4 - How AI & Metaverse will impact the datasphere - by Visual Capitalist

5 - Sustainability around Data Centers - by Data Center Knowledge