David Sleath, CEO of Segro, emphasized the significant delays in securing electricity supply as the primary barrier to expanding data centre investments in the UK.
Sleath described the current process of obtaining a grid connection as "archaic," hindering access to power for new data centres crucial for digital advancements.
He expressed concerns over the UK's long-term energy security, suggesting that while wind and solar power are vital, nuclear energy and advancements in battery storage are essential for future needs.
With American firms poised to invest £6.3 billion in the UK data centre market, the government's recognition of data centres as critical infrastructure is a crucial step towards supporting this growth.
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