"It is estimated that every 10 power-hungry data centres could result in 2.7million tonnes of carbon emissions, with further concerns about their substantial water usage. In the UK, 60 out of 100 such units which house IT infrastructure such as servers are currently planned for London."
"City Hall is developing a new approach that would balance any economic benefits with environmental damage. The policy would aim to "keep hold of the kind of economic growth benefits that data centres offer", while trying to mitigate against some "quite challenging" factors associated with their use of energy."
"It's not just a London problem, it's going to be a global problem. It's about making sure that our environment doesn't suffer in the hands of a few global corporations who will take and not give back so we want to make sure we do this in an equitable way."
London City Hall is establishing a new policy framework for data centres due to significant environmental concerns. Approximately 60 of 100 planned UK data centres are targeted for London, with each 10 facilities potentially generating 2.7 million tonnes of carbon emissions. Data centres consume substantial power and water resources, creating challenges for the capital's infrastructure. Officials aim to retain economic growth benefits while mitigating environmental damage. The Greater London Authority is developing an approach that ensures environmental protection and equitable resource management, preventing global corporations from exploiting local resources without accountability. Mayor Sadiq Khan commissioned a growth forecast study to inform future policy decisions.
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