Data center projects face labor and equipment shortages amid local pushback

Even major tech-backed data center developments are encountering obstacles from skilled labor scarcity, supply chain constraints, and community opposition, forcing builders to explore alternative technologies and flexible siting strategies.

First covered Sep 29, 2026 · 9:00 AM PT · 1 article

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3h Utility Dive The data center boom continues apace, but projects face mounting obstacles — Shortages of skilled labor and equipment, as well as local opposition, are threatening even high profile projects backed by big tech companies.

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Appeared in: 2026-09-29 (#8)

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