According to Bloomberg analysis from December 12–14, 2025, the explosive growth in data center construction is creating serious problems for the public sector. Large-scale private projects funded by tech giants are absorbing available labor, construction materials, and power capacity. As a result, municipal road and bridge repair projects face resource shortages and delays. This trend highlights the growing competition between the digital economy and the physical infrastructure of cities.
Bloomberg: AI Data Center Boom Drains Resources from Public Infrastructure
