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AI Data Center Boom in Scotland May Stall New Housing, Industry Warns

AI Data Center Boom in Scotland May Stall New Housing, Industry Warns

Scottish construction leaders warn that power-hungry AI data centers could consume limited grid capacity and delay connections for new housing. With the country already in a housing emergency, they urge a balanced approach to infrastructure planning.

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Huge AI data centres in Scotland 'could lead to new homes freeze'