AI data centres could undermine UK's emissions goals

Four planned "hyperscale" data centres consider using gas-fired power for their electricity needs.

Published on RocksNews: 3 Nov 2026, 06:54 UTC
Updated: 3 Nov 2026, 06:54 UTC
Language: English

AI data centres could undermine UK's emissions goals — AI data centres could undermine UK's emissions goals — Image credit: BBC News – Science & Environment

Four planned "hyperscale" data centres consider using gas-fired power for their electricity needs.

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