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AI is under construction in Frankfurt, Germany, Monday, Sept. 14, 2026. (AP Photo/Michael Probst).

Video. EU moves to curb data centre energy and water use

Updated: 21/09/2026 - 17:49 GMT+2

The European Commission has unveiled new sustainability rules aimed at monitoring water and energy consumption of energy-hungry data centres - although minimum performance rules will only be introduced in 2027.

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