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What's the UK's energy plan?
The UK is committed to reaching net zero emissions by 2050. This means a big push towards renewable energy sources like wind and solar. Managing the energy demands of data centres, especially those powering AI, will be a key part of this plan, ensuring growth doesn't derail climate targets.
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