In this episode I am joined by Luke Kipfer, Vice President Data Center Development & Construction at PowerHouse Data Centers & American Real Estate Partners (AREP). PowerHouse are currently developing data centers in the hottest market on the planet, Virginia (US).
Luke shares how he started his career in construction and how he made the move to the data centre sector. Luke also offers some advice for others looking to make the move to the sector.
We then discuss PowerHouse Data Centers and their current developments in the US. Luke shares an overview on PowerHouse and their strategic plans in the data centre sector. Luke also covers the leadership team, the challenges around land and power, the importance of sustainability, how technology is impacting design, and the plans for the future.
PowerHouse are an exciting new developer within the ever expanding US market.
The Inside Data Centre Podcast is recorded in partnership with DataX Connect, a specialist data centre recruitment company based in the UK. They operate on a global scale to place passionate individuals at the heart of leading data centre companies.
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