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UK Greens Push for Temporary Ban on New Data Centre Construction

British Green Party leaders are urging the government to impose a temporary halt on new data centre developments over mounting concerns regarding their environmental footprint and energy consumption. The proposal highlights growing political pressure to regulate the rapid expansion of digital infrastructure.

27 Aug, 23:11 — 27 Aug, 23:11
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Greens call for temporary ban on new data centres

Zack Polanski wants stricter rules to limit the use of water and energy by data centres for AI.

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times-uk27 Aug, 23:01First to report

Zack Polanski: Put the brakes on data centres due to climate impact - The Times

BBC27 Aug, 23:11Latest update

Greens call for temporary ban on new data centres

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