The AEW offices of alternative materials and methods of construction.
“ While steel remains a practical and efficient choice for many data centre builds, a more flexible and future-focused approach could help manage risk and support sustainability goals,” suggests Peter Bartley, Head of Sustainability at AEW Architects.
“ The recent turbulence around US tariffs and the UK’ s steel nationalisation points to a deeper issue: unpredictability. Whether or not specific policies remain in place, it’ s the volatility they create – in pricing and availability – that’ s most disruptive to projects. It makes
“ Ultimately, this isn’ t about abandoning steel, it’ s about using it more intelligently and supporting the decarbonisation of its production”
PETER BARTLEY, HEAD OF SUSTAINABILITY,
AEW ARCHITECTS