Data centre availability crisis deepens

Andrew Batson, Head of U.S. Data Center Research at JLL, explains how the North America data centre colocation market has reached a critical tipping point, with vacancy rates plummeting to an unprecedented 2.3% amid relentless demand for digital infrastructure. JLL’s North America Data Center Report – Midyear 2025 reveals how, as inventory grows to a record 15.5 GW, the sector continues its explosive growth trajectory while grappling with severe capacity constraints and energy sourcing challenges.