Lanarkshire AI Datacentre Relies on National Grid After Green Pledge Retreat

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DataVita's Chapelhall datacentre will rely fully on the National Grid rather than direct green wire connections.

The project previously claimed it would draw 1GW of power from dedicated wind, solar, and storage.

The venture is backed by £202m in public money through the UK's national wealth fund.

Critics argue hyperscale AI facilities cannot run on standalone renewables without reliable grid back-up.

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