Former Berkeley Lab site in Oakland considered for AI data center

Developers are evaluating a former scientific research building in Oakland for a new AI data center project.

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Aug 16: Former Berkeley Lab site in Oakland considered for AI data center

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What happened

Developers are considering a former Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory site in Oakland for an AI data center complex. The location previously housed scientific research facilities. Local plans remain in early stages as stakeholders evaluate the property.

The context

Tech companies face a shortage of power and space for AI computing. Developers are increasingly looking to repurpose former industrial and scientific sites near existing power infrastructure.

Sources

ABC7 Bay Area ↗ via Google News Reported

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