
Global Data Centre Outlook 2025
Collected insights from GRI Club meetings around the world on what to expect from this exciting new asset class
March 17, 2025Real Estate
Written by Rory Hickman
Data centres are rapidly becoming one of the most sought-after asset classes in real estate, driven by the explosive growth of artificial intelligence, cloud computing, and the global demand for digital infrastructure.
Our latest report, Global Data Centre Outlook 2025, brings together insights from top decision-makers, investors, and operators to explore how this market is evolving and what lies ahead.
The impacts of AI on data centre demand and the real estate industry in general were the central theme of the recent Chairmen’s Reunion meeting in London, exclusively for GRI Club’s most senior members (GRI Club)
The report draws on in-depth conversations from GRI Club meetings around the world, combined with expert analysis, to provide a global view of where opportunities are emerging and which barriers still need to be addressed.
Covering trends shaping the sector in the USA, EMEA, APAC, and Latin America, from the race to build AI-ready capacity to the growing role of energy security, sustainability, and new financing models, this is an invaluable guide to understanding the nuances of data centre investment.
GRI Club India’s recent data centre event in Mumbai saw the biggest names active in the sector gather for a full day of discussions and networking opportunities (GRI Club)
At a time when power constraints, regulatory scrutiny, and supply chain disruptions are challenging the pace of development, our Global Data Centre Outlook 2025 offers a clear view of how industry leaders are navigating rising costs, tightening resources, and mounting ESG pressures.
From access to land and energy to labour shortages and shifting investor expectations, the report highlights the key risks and opportunities shaping the next phase of growth in this fast-moving market.
Access the full report here.

Data centres are rapidly becoming one of the most sought-after asset classes in real estate, driven by the explosive growth of artificial intelligence, cloud computing, and the global demand for digital infrastructure.
Our latest report, Global Data Centre Outlook 2025, brings together insights from top decision-makers, investors, and operators to explore how this market is evolving and what lies ahead.

The report draws on in-depth conversations from GRI Club meetings around the world, combined with expert analysis, to provide a global view of where opportunities are emerging and which barriers still need to be addressed.
Covering trends shaping the sector in the USA, EMEA, APAC, and Latin America, from the race to build AI-ready capacity to the growing role of energy security, sustainability, and new financing models, this is an invaluable guide to understanding the nuances of data centre investment.

At a time when power constraints, regulatory scrutiny, and supply chain disruptions are challenging the pace of development, our Global Data Centre Outlook 2025 offers a clear view of how industry leaders are navigating rising costs, tightening resources, and mounting ESG pressures.
From access to land and energy to labour shortages and shifting investor expectations, the report highlights the key risks and opportunities shaping the next phase of growth in this fast-moving market.
Access the full report here.
