Wired
The UK Power Grid Has a Phantom Data Center Problem
Thursday, August 27, 2026
The UK's energy regulator is managing applications from data center developers seeking grid connections. Data centers require significant electricity capacity, which affects the regulator's ability to allocate power to other sectors. The UK has set targets for artificial intelligence infrastructure development.
Original reporting: https://www.wired.com/story/uk-data-centers-logjam-ofgem-regulations/