A former Trump official wants to build a massive data center in a remote corner of Greenland. Will it work?

Core Insights - A former official from Donald Trump's administration is initiating a multi-billion-dollar data center project in Greenland to support the growing demand for AI infrastructure [1][3] - The data center aims to reach an operational capacity of 300 megawatts (MW) by mid-2027, with plans to expand to 1.5 gigawatts (GW) by the end of 2028 [1][2] Project Details - The Greenland data center project will require billions of dollars for completion, with binding commitments from investors to finance half of the initial and final phases [3] - The project is planned for the Kangerlussuaq area, which has an airport, but has not yet secured land or local authority approvals [4] Market Context - The demand for data centers is increasing globally, with plans for multiple facilities exceeding 1 GW in capacity over the next two years as AI infrastructure development accelerates [2] - Greenland's commercial opportunities have gained attention due to geopolitical interests, particularly in critical minerals mining and freshwater reserves, despite logistical challenges [5]