Spain requires data centers to source 80% of power from renewables

Spain's government will mandate that data centers obtain at least 80% of their hourly electricity consumption from renewable sources, targeting the energy-intensive facilities that power AI and cloud computing.

First covered Aug 28, 2026 · 7:35 AM PT · 1 article · no longer in the live window

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29d PV Tech Spain will require 80% energy consumption from data centres to be renewables — The Spanish government has unveiled plans to require data centres to have at least 80% of their hourly generation be powered by renewable energy.

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Appeared in: 2026-08-30 (#12) · 2026-08-31 (#20)

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