CORE Electric Cooperative (CORE) and the Town of Parker are pleased to announce Flexential’s plan to develop its fifth data center and colocation facility, expanding its FlexAnywhere® Platform in the Denver area.
Flexential is a pioneering provider of secure and flexible data center solutions with 42 data centers across the United States.
Demand for data center
CORE, the Town of Parker, and developer Westside Partners worked with Flexential
CORE, the Town of Parker and developer Westside Partners worked collaboratively with Flexential to identify a location to fit the needs of the expansion at the Compark Business Campus in Parker.
CORE will provide 22.5 megawatts (MW) of power to the data center from available capacity enabling Flexential to meet the surging demand for data center inventory and connectivity across the region.
CORE’s strategic initiative of growth
"We are beyond thrilled to welcome the first data center in Parker and honored that Flexential and CORE chose to partner with us," said Parker Mayor - Jeff Toborg, adding "We look forward to expanding our footprint in the technology-focused business space and adding new employment opportunities in our community."
"CORE’s strategic initiative of growth is focused on creating rate stability for all our members and this expansion creates that opportunity," said Pam Feuerstein, CORE’s Interim CEO, adding "Transparency and speed and ease of connection are hallmarks of our business development process that were key components of this project. We are very pleased to welcome Flexential as a cooperative member."
CORE’s site selection services
CORE’s site selection services offer tailored solutions and dedicated staff to meet the power needs of new businesses or expansions. CORE’s available capacity at substations throughout the service area also creates opportunities for businesses with energy capacity needs.
"Flexential is proud to expand our presence in the Denver area with this new state-of-the-art data center in Parker," said Chris Downie, CEO, Flexential.
Growth and innovation
Chris Downie adds: "This facility is a key component of our strategy to provide scalable, high-density, and sustainable computing solutions to meet the evolving needs of our customers. We are grateful to CORE Electric Cooperative and the Town of Parker for their collaboration in enabling the necessary zoning changes to accommodate a data center."
He continues, "Their joint efforts were essential in bringing this project to life. Together, we are contributing to the growth and innovation of the technology sector in the region."
