Victoria has introduced stricter regulations targeting datacentres, including a prohibition on new facilities in residential zones near schools and childcare centres. Operators will now be mandated to generate their own renewable energy and contribute to local communities as part of the state government’s new sustainability plan. The policy, set to be unveiled by the premier, follows cabinet approval and aims to address environmental and urban planning concerns. Details on implementation and specific requirements will be outlined in the upcoming action plan.
New rules also include a ban near schools and childcare centres and require them to source their own renewable energyGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastDatacentres in Victoria will be banned in residential areas and required to use renewable energy and contribute to the community, under new state government rules.On Tuesday, the premier, Ben Carroll, will release the government’s sustainable datacentre action plan, after it was approved by cabinet on Monday. Continue reading...
