Why I'm funding data centers, Part V: Not All Dirt Deserves a Data Center

Not all land is data center land.Just because you have acreage and a utility hookup does not mean you have an AI infrastructure deal.For Part V of “Why I’m Funding Data Centers,” I’m talking about the only projects I will take seriously:Permits in hand.Shovel-ready now.50 MW powered today.Dual fiber.Water access or a credible cooling strategy.A path to scale behind the meter.I’m not calling your baby ugly. I’m just saying not all babies belong in the beauty contest.The market has plenty of dirt. It does not have enough ready, powered, permitted, fibered, executable infrastructure.That is what gets funded.Until tomorrow, be the best human you can be.~ Teresa Grobecker⁠Sign up for the daily newsletter on LinkedIn.⁠⁠GRO GROUP⁠ Brought to you by GRO Group—we are actively looking to place $5B of equity financing in 2026 for qualified Master Builders in major MSA territories. We offer multiple financing options, including up to 100% for developments, data centers, and solar projects. Teresa Grobecker, MBA, CRPC, is an investment banker specializing in capital formation and structured finance, bonds and REITs, data centers, AI, solar, ground-up development and conversions, and is a global speaker on blockchain, stablecoins and payment rails with a focus on CRE and public policy.CA DRE 01908507 CEO and Broker of Record, ⁠Grobecker Holland International, Inc.,⁠ CA DRE 01976696GRO MONEY PODcast and the accompanying newsletter are provided for informational and educational purposes only and do not constitute financial, investment, legal, tax, or accounting advice. Nothing herein is an offer to sell or a solicitation of an offer to buy any security or to participate in any investment strategy. Reliance upon any information provided is at your sole discretion and risk. Views expressed are those of the authors as of the publication date and may change without notice. While sources are believed to be reliable, no representation or warranty is made as to accuracy, completeness, or timeliness, and no duty to update is assumed. Past performance is not indicative of future results. Receipt of this content does not create a client, advisory, fiduciary, or brokerage relationship. You should consult your own licensed financial, legal, and tax advisers regarding your specific circumstances. Grobecker Holland International, its affiliates (including GRO GROUP), and their principals may hold positions or have business relationships related to companies or assets discussed.Read on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/build-relation/newsletter-follow?entityUrn=7354236980961886208Listen to GRO MONEY NEWS https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/gro-money-news/id1833953369