Government clarifies: AI data centres exempt from environmental clearance
The government has stated that AI data centres are not obligated to obtain Environmental Clearance (EC) as per the 2006 Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) Notification. Nevertheless, if a data centre falls under the category of a large-scale construction, building, or township project, securing an EC becomes compulsory. When reviewing these specific projects, authorities evaluate factors such as water usage, water balance, the production of greywater, and plans for its recycling and reuse.
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