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Sydney Councils Push for National Data Centre Regulations Amid Corporate Development…

1 report, 1 independent Updated Sep 22
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Local councils are calling for tougher national regulations to manage the growth of data centres and corporate development in Sydney. Data centre companies, including Goodman and AirTrunk, were questioned by a Senate committee regarding their efforts to reduce their carbon footprint and earn their social license to operate. Councillors stated that they are concerned about projects such as a proposed data centre in Lane Cove just 20 metres from homes, as well as large centres planned near Sydney's CBD.

From canberratimes.com.au

Why it matters

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The push centers on the lack of strategic planning regarding how prime land is being used for technology development versus residential needs. The federal government announced in August that it would work with state counterparts to implement nationwide standards for data centres, covering energy, water, and land use.

From canberratimes.com.au

Who's involved

  • GoodmanA company involved in data centre development and facing scrutiny from local councils.
  • SydneyThe major metropolitan area where the corporate development and council pushback are centered.
  • Tanya TaylorA council representative publicly detailing the local government's concerns about corporate expansion.
  • senateThe legislative body being approached regarding the need for nationwide standards.
  • Lane CoveA specific suburb facing a development proposal that local councils are concerned about.

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Possible knock-on effects

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  • GoodmanSpeculative

    Goodman might face increased operational costs due to heightened local planning scrutiny.

  • UltimoSpeculative

    The suburb of Ultimo could see property prices rise due to power supply needs from data centres.

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  2. Sydney councils push for tougher regulations against tech development and corporate pressure.1 source

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