Vista Site Selection has added a new digital tool to its collection of site selection data analytics resources. The Power Application Map provides key insights into regional infrastructure tied to data center development projects, as well as up-to-date information regarding hyperscale data centers and web hosting-based businesses.
The Power Application Map is designed to be a simple, one-stop research station that allows users to see where the data server industry is headed and where opportunities exist for further development.
From an infrastructure perspective, having an energy supply is near the top of the list for data-based developers. This tool gives users the ability to explore multiple levels of energy supply: In terms of power stations, users can look at the energy source (natural gas, solar, etc.), the station capacity and the primary regional electric service provider. Developers can also examine substations and their classifications, plus transmission line networks and their capacities.
Internet connectivity is another important factor when planning for these projects and the Power Application Map offers a deep dive into the accessibility of dark layer fiber, which can be filtered by its availability or lease status. FCC broadband data can be observed at the state, county, census tract and even a block-by-block level.
If a user is seeking access to existing data centers, they can map either existing hyperscale entities – broken down by ownership – or NAICS Code 518 establishments, which are those that provide data processing, hosting and similar services.
The Power Application Map doesn’t just show opportunities; it also shows risks. For example, the tool allows users to look at the potential for environmental hazards, such as floods.
All of this data is great but it means nothing if the user can’t utilize it. The Power Application Map was designed with the everyday user in mind. It features an intuitive user experience and readable data entries. Subscribers can save their research and make notes, all of which can be shared between decision-makers.
The tool’s capabilities catch the eye but its price might be even more attractive. If you’d like to learn more about the Power Application Map, reach out to us today.
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