# Data centre debate heats up ahead of US midterms - here's what you need to know

- Published: 2026-10-25T23:44:34Z
- Updated: 2026-10-26T03:07:24Z
- Section: Breaking
- Language: English (en)
- Source: BBC News — https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cq2e9we7w2ejo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
- Tags: BBC News · Top News
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Data centres are the lifeblood of our digital world, but there are growing concerns about their environmental impact. The BBC explores their rise in charts.  

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