What happened: Drax has announced plans to build a 100MW data centre at its power station near Selby, aiming for completion by 2027.
Why it matters:
- The project could boost local economic growth and create jobs in the Selby area.
- It reflects growing demand for data centre capacity and integration with power infrastructure.
MNN Take: Combining data centres with power stations can improve energy efficiency and support digital infrastructure needs as demand rises.
Sources: BBC Business