Portugal drafts renewable energy requirement for data centers

Portugal is finalizing legislation that would require data centers operating in the country to source power from renewable energy sources, part of a broader push to align the nation's digital infrastructure with decarbonization goals.

First covered Nov 4, 2026 · 4:20 AM PT · 1 article

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7d Data Center Dynamics Portuguese gov't drafts new rules requiring data centers to be powered via renewable energy — The government is currently finalizing legislation

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