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Electricity demand from Australian data centres could see emissions rise without additional renewable supply, report says

Published 01:32 on December 11, 2025 / Last updated at 01:33 on December 11, 2025 / / Asia Pacific (Pacific), Net Zero Transition (Power/Electrification)

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Additional renewable energy capacity will be required in Australia to meet surging demand from data centres that, if left unaddressed, could lead to a 14% increase in grid emissions, according to a report published Thursday.
Additional renewable energy capacity will be required in Australia to meet surging demand from data centres that, if left unaddressed, could lead to a 14% increase in grid emissions, according to a report published Thursday.


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