Spain wants data centres on 80% renewables every hour, or no grid connection

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By Ana Maria ConstantinAug 26, 2026, 4:09 am130 ptsTrending
Spain has drafted a decree that would require new data centres to source at least 80% of their electricity from renewables in every hour of operation, with loss of grid connection as the penalty for failing to comply. It is a markedly firmer position than the one Brussels has taken, having previously told Big…

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