Quick answer
Brownfield sites — former factories and warehouses — can be excellent data centre locations because they often already have industrial land use, road access and an existing power connection. Check contamination, structural condition and whether the power connection can be upgraded.
Key takeaways
- Existing power can save months
- Check for contamination
- Industrial land use is already in place
Advantages
Existing approvals, access and power connections.
Risks
Soil contamination, demolition cost and old disputes over the property.
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