Chuncheon, a city renowned for its lakeside scenery, is positioning itself as a prime location for Artificial Intelligence (AI) data centers, leveraging its abundant water resources, renewable energy potential, and strategic proximity to the Seoul metropolitan area. Mayor Yuk Dong-han highlighted these advantages in a recent interview, emphasizing Chuncheon’s suitability for the burgeoning AI industry.
Chuncheon’s Strategic Advantages for AI Data Centers
Mayor Yuk articulated Chuncheon’s vision for becoming a leading AI hub, stating, “In the era of AI, water is a competitive edge. Chuncheon, the city of lakes, is perfect.” He elaborated that the city’s key strengths – the ample water from Soyang Lake, renewable energy sources, and accessibility to the Seoul metropolitan region – make it an ideal candidate for AI data center development. This initiative comes as major corporations like GS and SK are exploring the establishment of AI data centers in Gangwon Province, with Chuncheon actively vying for these investments.
The mayor outlined a plan to establish AI data centers along the Soyang River, alongside fostering
