Wednesday briefing: ​What’s behind the global backlash against datacentres?

Communities across the globe, spanning from Scotland to India, have mounted resistance against data centres during the summer. Local populations are increasingly pushing back against these facilities, which they feel are being forced upon them.

Residents and critics are warning that the rapid expansion and presence of data centres pose significant threats to local energy supplies and broader climate efforts. This wave of opposition marks a growing, worldwide backlash against the infrastructure supporting digital technologies.