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Regulations will require new sites to avoid pushing up power prices by building renewable energy plants and minimising water use
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Regulations will require new sites to avoid pushing up power prices by building renewable energy plants and minimising water use
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Planned datacentres around Australia may avoid strict new rules being proposed by Anthony Albanese if they can secure approvals in the coming months, amid growing calls for a moratorium.
The prime minister is aiming to come to an agreement with national cabinet on federal regulations for datacentres at a meeting on Wednesday.
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Source: The Guardian · Josh Taylor Technology reporter. Published 25 Aug 2026, 03:00 pm.
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