Takanock to develop two data centers and a natural gas power plant near Luke Air Force Base

Takanock, backed by DigitalBridge, has announced plans to develop two data centers and a 700MW natural gas power plant near Luke Air Force Base in Arizona. The project, located at West Olive Avenue and North Bullard Avenue, is slated to begin construction in Q3 2026, with the first data center expected to be operational by Q1 2028 and the second by Q1 2030. Phoenix Data Hub, a data center provider, is also involved in the development, while EPCOR is listed as a supplier. The deal's value has not been disclosed. This development highlights the increasing demand for data center infrastructure and reliable power sources to support it. The co-location of a natural gas power plant with the data centers suggests a focus on energy efficiency and potentially reduced operational costs. The project's proximity to Luke Air Force Base may also indicate strategic considerations related to data security and government contracts.