Northern Territory Says Canberra Shouldn’t Dictate How Data Centres Are Powered
Labor is moving to establish a national framework and require data centre providers cover the cost of their own electricity.
TL;DR
- Northern Territory Chief Minister Lia Finocchiaro opposes federal rules for data centre development.
- She specifically objects to mandates requiring renewable energy sources for data centres.
- Finocchiaro stated the Northern Territory has solutions to energy concerns impacting southern states.
- Her comments were made before a National Cabinet meeting.