AI Data Center Evaluation
Power infrastructure, water access, regulatory compliance, and connectivity analysis for high-density compute facilities.
Power Weight
25pts
Categories
8
Power Availability by Region
Data Center Usage vs Available Capacity (MW)
Power Cost Comparison
Blended Rate ($/kWh)
Backup Power Economics (60 MW)
Tier 4 Diesel vs Natural Gas + BESS
Technology Stack & Feasibility
Cooling Technology Comparison
Air Cooled (Chillers)
Water Cooled (Evaporative)
Liquid Cooling (Direct-to-Chip/DLC)
RECOMMENDEDPower Infrastructure (25 points)
Evaluates grid capacity, substation proximity, utility reliability, and power cost structure. Critical factors include MW availability, voltage levels (138kV/345kV), and potential for dedicated substations.
Water Access (20 points)
Assesses water availability for cooling systems, including recycled water options, drought restrictions, and long-term water rights. Recycled 'purple pipe' systems provide significant operational advantages.
Regulatory & Air Quality (20 points)
Analyzes EPA attainment status, emissions permitting requirements, and backup power regulations. Ozone non-attainment areas may restrict diesel generator usage, favoring natural gas alternatives.
Land & Zoning (15 points)
Reviews zoning classifications, setback requirements, expansion potential, and environmental constraints. Industrial or data center-specific zoning accelerates permitting timelines.
Fiber Connectivity (10 points)
Evaluates carrier availability, dark fiber access, latency to major network hubs, and path diversity. Multiple fiber entry points ensure redundancy.
Tax Incentives (5 points)
Identifies available state sales tax exemptions, property tax abatements, and economic development incentives. Texas offers 100% sales tax exemption for qualified data centers.
Geotechnical Considerations (3 points)
Assesses soil conditions, flood zone status, seismic risk, and foundation requirements. Stable soil conditions reduce construction costs and risks.
Construction Access (2 points)
Reviews road access, heavy equipment delivery routes, and logistics for equipment installation. Proximity to major highways facilitates construction and operations.