Why are the world's biggest AI firms so attracted to the NT?
Twelve data centres are proposed for the Northern Territory to support the growing demand for AI, with Project Ares planned for the Barkly region. The NT's abundant solar and gas resources attract firms, though environmental concerns are raising alarms. Greenpeace warns that data centres could consume a significant portion of Australia’s energy and water by 2040.
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Published 12 Jul 2026, 21:08 UTC · Updated 12 Jul 2026, 21:20 UTC
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