Norfolk MP opposes plans for AI data centre near Norwich
Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 14 Oct, 06:32 · Archive
The Labour MP for South Norfolk is formally opposing proposals for a 150MW AI data centre on the edge of Norwich.
Ben Goldsborough, Labour MP for South Norfolk, is formally opposing plans for a 150MW AI data centre to be built on land off the A140 in Keswick on the edge of Norwich. Norwich Apex Ltd lodged the proposals with South Norfolk Council last week for the two-storey facility, which would be built opposite the Tesco Harford Bridge supermarket.
Mr Goldsborough fears the data centre will have significant environmental consequences for the nearby Marston Marshes. He says the environmental impact is 'self-evident and unmitigable', and believes there is a risk of a heat island effect, where temperatures in the area around the site increase due to the facility's large energy consumption.
The developer disputes these concerns, saying 'no material increase in surrounding air temperatures is anticipated'. Officials added that heat will be dispersed through air-cooled chillers using 'free cooling' methods to reduce energy consumption. Opposition to the proposals is mounting, with TV presenter Jake Humphrey, who lives near the proposed site, also criticising the scheme on Instagram.
How it is being reported
- Norfolk MP joins battle in fight against AI data centre plansBen Goldsborough, MP for South Norfolk, has joined the fight against plans to build a data centre on the outskirts of Norwich in Keswick.Eastern Daily Press · 14 Oct, 06:00
- Norfolk MP joins battle in fight against AI data centre plansBen Goldsborough, MP for South Norfolk, has joined the fight against plans to build a data centre on the outskirts of Norwich in Keswick.Norwich Evening News · 14 Oct, 06:00
In this story: Ben Goldsborough · Jake Humphrey · Norwich Apex Ltd · South Norfolk Council · Norwich · Keswick · Marston Marshes
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