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Written question asked by Satvir Kaur (Labour) on Monday, 14 July 2025, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 16 July 2025. It was answered by Feryal Clark (Labour) on Tuesday, 22 July 2025 on behalf of the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology.


Artificial Intelligence: Data Centres

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology, what estimate he has made of trends in the level of (a) water and (b) energy usage required for artificial intelligence data centres.

Answer

Through AI Growth Zones (AIGZs) and the AI Energy Council, we are collaborating with DESNZ, DEFRA and other relevant stakeholders to ensure our energy system is ready to support AI and that AIGZs are water efficient.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
67719
Session
2024-26
Subjects
Energy Water Artificial intelligence Data centres
Link
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