Raeden Proposes 50MW 'Project Taurus' Data Center in Colorado Springs
April 7, 2026
Data center developer Raeden has unveiled plans for a significant new facility in Colorado Springs, Colorado, a move that signals continued expansion of digital infrastructure beyond the state's primary hub of Denver. The project, codenamed 'Project Taurus,' represents a strategic investment in a growing secondary market, aiming to capitalize on available land and existing structures for faster deployment.
According to details released ahead of a public meeting, Raeden intends to develop a 50-megawatt data center on a 22-acre site located at 1565 High Tech Way. The plan involves repurposing an existing 451,217-square-foot building on the parcel for data center use. Several smaller existing structures, including the central power supply, mechanical plant, and central utility building, are slated for demolition to make way for the new specialized infrastructure.
The company has scheduled a community meeting for Tuesday, April 7, to present the project and address local considerations. Raeden's co-founder and Chief Operating Officer, Jason Green, informed The Gazette that the facility would utilize a closed-loop cooling system, a detail highlighting the project's focus on water efficiency—a critical factor in the arid Colorado climate.
Raeden, an operator with a portfolio spanning Phoenix, Indianapolis, Detroit, Greensboro, and Miami, is entering a Colorado market traditionally dominated by the Denver area. While Denver hosts the majority of the state's data center capacity, Colorado Springs has emerged as a smaller, distinct cluster, attracting developers seeking alternative sites with favorable conditions. The proposed 50MW facility would substantially add to this cluster's scale.
The development underscores a broader industry trend of secondary market growth, driven by the search for available power, land, and supportive communities. Successful execution of Project Taurus could further solidify Colorado Springs' position as a viable data center destination, offering diversification for the state's digital economy and potentially attracting related technology investments.
Source: datacenterdynamics
