Atlanta Becomes the Epicenter of Data Centers as Tech Giants Flock to the Digital Gold Rush

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Jon Tibbitts oversees the 56 Marietta data center in downtown Atlanta, which is a vital part of the city's digital infrastructure and one of the most interconnected data centers in the country. As Atlanta has become the second-largest data center market in the U.S., tech giants are flocking to the region, drawn by its ample land, fiber optic networks, and favorable incentives, leading to a surge in construction. However, this rapid growth has sparked community opposition over concerns about noise, environmental impact, and the strain on local resources, prompting some areas to impose bans on new data centers.