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Edinburgh marchers demand public consultation on 20 planned AI data centres

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Over 20 AI data centre plans are in the pipeline across Scotland, with campaigners saying the sector could become the country's most polluting by 2030 if all were approved. Marchers walked from the Royal Mile to the Scottish Parliament on Saturday, demanding a public consultation before any approvals. One proposed site, at Chapelcross in Dumfries and Galloway, would hold 1,000MW.

By BriefTea Editorial · 14 November 2026 at 15:51

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