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Q&A: Reza Norozy on why British Columbia is emerging as an unexpected hub for data center development
Other - JULY 23, 2025

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Q&A: Reza Norozy on why British Columbia is emerging as an unexpected hub for data center development

by Kali Persall

Reza Norozy is the chief operating officer at Prism Construction, a construction firm based in British Columbia (B.C.), Canada, where he oversees daily operations and plays a key role in all strategic and operational decisions. Norozy discusses why the province is seeing increased interest in artificial intelligence (AI) and data infrastructure despite seismic and permitting complexities, and how sustainability and connectivity are becoming more integrated into AI/data center builds.

What is driving increased interest in AI/data infrastructure development in B.C.?

Several converging factors are positioning B.C. as a rising hub for data infrastructure. The province’s abundant hydroelectric power, among the most cost-effective and sustainable energy

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