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North America Data Center Trends H2 2024

February 26, 2025 4 Minute Read

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Colocation Insights

  • Absorption of space and power increased significantly with 242.8 MW of new inventory delivered in 2024.
  • The average size of lease transactions increased throughout the year as companies expanded their footprint.

Market Trends

  • Developers and hyperscale companies acquired more sites for new development.
  • Cities instituted more restrictions on new data center development.

Notable Activity

  • Microsoft, Compass and Amazon Web Services acquired land for future development.
  • Solar power providers are utilizing battery storage initiatives to help maximize generation.

Figure 1: Historical Market Information

Source: CBRE Research, CBRE Data Center Solutions, H2 2024.

Figure 2: Historical Supply and Demand

Source: CBRE Research, CBRE Data Center Solutions, H2 2024.

Figure 3: % of Total Primary Market Inventory

Source: CBRE Research, CBRE Data Center Solutions, H2 2024.

Figure 4: Market Fuel Mix

Source: Arizona Public Service.

Figure 5: Average Asking Rates

Source: CBRE Research, CBRE Data Center Solutions, H2 2024.

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