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    Join the Data Center Coalition
    Membership Opportunities

    The Data Center Coalition offers six (6) membership tiers: Four (4) tiers for data center owners/operators, one (1) tier for large end users, and one (1) associate tier for pre-operational owners/operators. Members must be headquartered in North America, Europe, or Japan.  All companies, regardless of the tier at which they choose to become members, benefit from DCC’s public policy advocacy, stakeholder communication and outreach, thought leadership, communications, and community engagement. 
    Learn more about member benefits→

    In addition, DCC has established an Industry Advisory Council (IAC) to enhance collaboration and coordination with key businesses and business leaders that have a direct stake in the success of the data center industry. To learn more about the IAC, please visit our Industry Advisory Council page. 

     

    Membership Tiers

    Owner/Operator

    Owner/Operator

    Owner/Operator

     Owner/Operator

    Executive

    Highest Level of Strategic Influence 

    For organizations interested in leading the development of priorities, policy direction, and long-term industry outcomes.

     

     

    Eligibility Criteria 

    Currently own, operate or have deployed data center facilities totaling 150 MW or greater capacity in multiple markets in the United States for their own corporate use or that are occupied by one or more tenants.

    Board

    Leadership and Governance

    For organizations that want guaranteed participation in DCC’s governance to shape priorities and support long-term growth.

     

     

    Eligibility Criteria 

    Currently own, operate or have deployed data center facilities totaling 150 MW or greater capacity in multiple markets in the United States for their own corporate use or that are occupied by one or more tenants.

     

    Partner

    Strategic Collaboration Opportunities

    For organizations looking for ongoing engagement in relevant developments shaping the data center industry. 

     

     

    Eligibility Criteria 

    Currently own, operate or have deployed data center facilities totaling 150 MW or greater capacity in multiple markets in the United States for their own corporate use or that are occupied by one or more tenants.

    General

    Core Operational Membership

    For organizations seeking engagement and access to DCC’s advocacy updates, member communications, and industry developments.        

     

     

    Eligibility Criteria 

    Own or operate at least one data center facility in the United States; and 

    Have taken tangible steps toward deploying data center facilities totaling 75 MW or greater capacity in the United States for their own corporate use or for occupation by a single tenant or by multiple tenants. 

    OR

    Meet the eligibility requirements for Executive, Board and Partner Membership
    Inquire About Owner/Operator Membership→
    NOTE: Companies that conduct cryptocurrency mining or cryptocurrency staking as their primary business or that base their business model on purchasing and selling land or other real estate entitlements are ineligible for DCC membership.

    Large End User

    For data center customers that lease large amounts of capacity.

    Eligibility Criteria 

    Own and operate OR lease a total of at least 50 MW capacity across two or more U.S. markets for their own corporate use.
    Inquire as a Large End User→

    Associate (Pre-Operational)

    For early stage or pre-operational owners/operators.

    Eligibility Criteria 

    Non-Utility/ Non-Energy provider data center developers, developing one or more data center facilities in the U.S. which are intended to be operational within 2 years of joining DCC.
    Inquire as a Pre-Operational Associate→

     

       

    Do you work for a Data Center Coalition Member Company?

    Employees of Data Center Coalition Member companies are eligible for free individual accounts using their company email address. Sign in to access the latest news, view company updates, and subscribe to DCC mailing lists and committee communications.

    Create or Sign In to Your Member Account→

     

    Additional Opportunities

     

    Industry Advisory Council

    The Industry Advisory Council (IAC) offers organizations already serving data center customers with opportunities to stay up to date on policy and regulatory developments impacting the data center industry, support DCC’s advocacy at the federal, state, and local levels, and contribute to DCC’s communications about the contributions of the data center ecosystem.

    To learn more about the IAC, please visit our Industry Advisory Council page→

    NOTE: Companies that primarily serve as utility providers currently do not currently qualify for participation on the IAC. 

     

     

    Membership Inquiries:

    For questions regarding membership categories, eligibility requirements, or next steps, please contact the Data Center Coalition Membership team.

    Email the Membership Team→