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Data centres require vast amounts of land and reliable, affordable electricity, influencing their location. They are often built in rural or industrial areas, sometimes near renewable energy sources or major fibre optic cables. OpenAI's desire for community involvement suggests they are considering new locations or expanding existing ones.
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