Data Centers Are a ‘Gold Rush’ for Construction Workers - WSJ

kept by eddie dec 01, 25

An AI-driven data-center construction boom is giving skilled trades workers six-figure pay and perks, though its longevity remains uncertain.

Data Centers Are a ‘Gold Rush’ for Construction Workers - WSJ
An AI-led data-center construction boom is driving huge demand for skilled tradespeople, leading to six-figure salaries, bonuses, and other perks for workers.
also on Dow Jones & Company, #construction, #data-centers, #employment, #infrastructure, #ai
Is It Worth It to Build That A.D.U.?
Hiring an appraiser can clarify whether building an accessory dwelling unit adds enough property value to justify the cost, especially when selling.
also on #construction
The Elusive Cost Savings of the Prefabricated Home
Prefabricated home construction has repeatedly failed to deliver the dramatic cost savings seen in manufacturing, achieving only modest 10-20% reductions or none at all.
also on #construction
The American People Really Hate Data Centers
American opposition to data centers is driven less by their physical impacts and more by distrust of AI, big tech, and elites, fueled by bandwagon effects and rising AI visibility.
also on #data-centers, #infrastructure, #ai
Is Kentucky About to Give Billions in Tax Breaks to Data Centers? - Kentucky Center for Economic Policy
Kentucky’s data‑center sales‑tax exemption could cost the state over $1 billion in forgone revenue if awarded to just a few large, AI‑optimized facilities.
also on #data-centers, #infrastructure, #ai