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BEHIND THE SURGE :
EXAMINING THE EXTREME DEMAND FOR ENTERPRISE DATA CENTRES ACROSS NORTH AMERICA
More than 60 years later , in the region that pioneered one of the first data centres , North America remains steadfast and unrivalled as a global tech powerhouse , dwarfing its European counterparts . Brett Lindsey , CEO at Involta , delves into the significance of the region and underscores its continuous potential for further achievements . ore than any other
M region in the world , North America is experiencing an unprecedented surge in demand for best-in-class data centres . As connectivity requirements rise amid the rapid expansion of technology-driven industries and the widespread adoption of cloud computing , Big Data and Artificial Intelligence ( AI ), data centres have emerged as the backbone of modern infrastructure . From facilitating seamless online experiences to powering complex algorithms , data centres play an essential role in shaping interconnectivity for enterprises across North America
– and that role is expected to grow by leaps and bounds as the continent holds its reign as the global leader of technological innovation .
So , what ’ s driving this record-breaking data centre demand , and how will data centres answer the call for connectivity and future-focused solutions to meet the ever-growing needs of enterprises ?
North American data centres by numbers
The North America data centre market size is growing at lightning speed , currently estimated at approximately 16,000MW and expected to reach nearly 26,000MW by 2029 . Beyond power capacity , its market revenue is projected to reach US $ 110 billion in 2024 , nearly one-third of the revenue projected worldwide at US $ 340 billion .
What ’ s more , the digital infrastructure market means big business in North America , particularly in the US , with revenue estimated to reach US $ 99 billion in 2024 . But it goes beyond the megawatts and revenue – its growth is also defined by the sheer number of data centre facilities popping up throughout the region .
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