Scottish town of Larbert pushes back against proposed 50-acre hyperscale data centre
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Lucie Heath
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A proposed hyperscale data centre the size of 50 football pitches (50 acres) on the edge of Larbert, Scotland, has sparked significant local opposition, with over 2,000 objections filed. Residents cite concerns about air pollution, noise, and the massive energy demand — enough to power over 300,000 homes. The proposal is part of a wave of data centres across Scotland's central belt, fueling a growing backlash and calls for stricter regulation from the Scottish Government.
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