BBC
Data centres could pay hundreds of millions in deposits for power demands
Wednesday, July 29, 2026
Britain's electricity regulator proposed charging data centre operators deposits of £237,500 to £712,500 per megawatt for new projects. The fees would be required before construction begins. The regulator did not specify the total number of projects or facilities affected by the proposal.
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