Scottish Government was warned of 'rising energy bills' from data centres months ago

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FOI documents reveal Scottish Government warnings that green AI data centres could raise local energy bills, worsen water shortages and harm communities.

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Scottish Government was warned of 'rising energy bills' from data centres months ago
FOI documents reveal Scottish Government warnings that green AI data centres could raise local energy bills, worsen water shortages and harm communities.

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