Data center demand is booming. Can the supply of trade workers keep up?

Brandyn Frye, managing a data center near Chicago, faces a labor shortage as demand for skilled trades like electricians and HVAC technicians outpaces supply, with projections of nearly 2 million unfilled jobs by 2033. While some unions actively recruit young workers, the perception of trades as valuable careers remains crucial to addressing this crisis.

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