Air Force Seeks Lease for Data Center Development in Alaska
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The Department of the Air Force is exploring leasing land for commercial data centers at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Eielson Air Force Base, and Clear Space Force Station in Alaska. The initiative aims to support energy infrastructure and AI innovation, following multiple executive orders. A Request for Information was issued on February 17 to gather vendor insights before a formal procurement process.

Feb 24, 2026, 2:25 PM