Government Urges Stricter Reporting for Data Centres to Mitigate Environmental Risks

The government is urged to mandate stricter reporting for data centres to mitigate environmental risks associated with the AI sprint.

A Call for Greener Practices

A report published today by the National Engineering Policy Centre (NEPC) highlights the urgent need for data centres to adopt greener practices, particularly as the government’s AI Opportunities Action Plan gains traction.

Collaborative Report Development

The report, Engineering Responsible AI: Foundations for Environmentally Sustainable AI, was developed in collaboration with the Royal Academy of Engineering, the Institution of Engineering and Technology, and BCS, the Chartered Institute of IT.

Balancing Efficiency and Environmental Impact

While stressing that data centres enabling AI systems can be built to consume fewer resources like energy and water, the report highlights that infrastructure and regulatory conditions must align for these efficiencies to materialise.

Unlocking the Potential of AI while Minimising Environmental Risks

AI is heralded as capable of driving economic growth, creating jobs, and improving livelihoods. Launched as a central pillar of the UK’s tech strategy, the AI Opportunities Action Plan is intended to “boost economic growth, provide jobs for the future, and improve the quality of life for all.”

The Importance of the AI Opportunities Action Plan

The AI Opportunities Action Plan is a sweeping initiative that aims to “boost economic growth, provide jobs for the future, and improve the quality of life for all.” The plan is a central pillar of the UK’s tech strategy and is intended to drive economic growth, create jobs, and improve livelihoods.

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