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The Guardian
North Devon residents oppose large AI datacentre
A proposed 1.5GW AI datacentre and 1.8GW battery energy storage system in a UNESCO biosphere reserve in north Devon has sparked strong local opposition. Campaigners cite concerns about environmental impact, water usage, secrecy in planning processes, and the project's location on protected farmland, leading to widespread protests and a petition from thousands of residents. Officials revealed that discussions with developers began over a year before public consultation, fueling community frustrations over transparency and environmental risks.
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