Google's proposed hyperscale data centre in Thurrock (Essex) is said to be essential to boost artificial intelligence (AI) capacity. When operational, however, the centre is estimated to churn out circa 570,000 tonnes of carbon dioxide every year. This will, of course, make it progressively more difficult for the UK to meet its commitments on reducing 'greenhouse gas' emissions (https://www.theguardian.com/technology/2025/sep/15/google-datacentre-kent-co2-thurrock-uk-ai). It's also the case that the centre will require vast quantities of water for cooling. Thought the English South-east was in the throes of a water shortage? Perhaps the government should google it?
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