Summary
Energy Secretary Ed Miliband stated that the effect of data centers on the UK's goal to reach net-zero carbon emissions is unclear. The UK is looking into how data centers, which use a lot of electricity and water, impact the environment. The government plans to achieve net-zero carbon emissions by 2050.
Key Facts
- Ed Miliband is the UK's Energy Secretary and involved in reducing carbon emissions.
- Data centers are large facilities with computers for digital services like AI.
- The UK aims to be a leader in AI, which requires more data centers.
- Concerns exist about data centers needing a lot of electricity and water.
- The UK legally must cut carbon emissions to net zero by 2050.
- A new inquiry will investigate the environmental impact of data centers.
- Over 140 new data centers are planned, potentially increasing electricity demands significantly.
