‘Vague’ data centre expectations get a lukewarm reception


New data centre expectations designed to set out the conditions operators must meet to secure Commonwealth backing have won cautious support from tech industry and environmental groups.

But both camps have flagged concerns with the government’s approach, with data centre operators calling for “more clarity” and environment groups pushing for binding requirements.

Industry minister Tim Ayres on Monday unveiled the national interest framework setting five expectations for data centre operators …

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