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Nova Scotia premier defends changing his stance on welcoming data centre proposals
Houston said Ottawa’s new rules and data sovereignty concerns made him more open to proposals for energy-intensive data centres.
- On Thursday, Nova Scotia Premier Tim Houston defended his shift toward allowing data centre developments, citing geopolitical changes and federal policies on data sovereignty as key factors in his evolving position.
- In June, Houston stated it was too soon to prioritize data centres, insisting the province first needed to complete major energy projects like the Wind West offshore wind farms to avoid impacting power bills.
- The premier noted that establishing provincial regulations is "high on the practical agenda," adding that his government is currently enforcing conditions on potential developers regarding water usage, noise levels, and protection of public power rates.
- With an announcement expected Friday, green hydrogen developer EverWind is currently exploring a data centre at its Point Tupper property, though it remains unconfirmed if the news will specifically address the data facility.
- Criticizing the premier's shift, Opposition leader Chender argued his word is unreliable given his shifting positions and expressed concern about the potential impacts of massive data centres on community water and power costs.
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Nova Scotia premier defends changing his stance on welcoming data centre proposals
HALIFAX - Nova Scotia Premier Tim Houston is defending his decision to change his stance on when data centres might be considered for approval to operate in the province.
·Toronto, Canada
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