Petition · Department for Science, Innovation and Technology

Ban the construction of new AI data centres

Open for signatures 86 signatures

What the petition asks

We call on the Government to implement an immediate ban on the construction of any new AI data centres, including approved ones, to protect our people, wildlife, water resources, and environment from the significant and growing impacts of these centres.
We believe their vast demand for water and electricity, contribution to greenhouse gas emissions and continuous industrial noise place an unacceptable burden on communities, wildlife and finite natural resources. We are concerned that expanding this infrastructure risks undermining the UK’s legally binding net zero commitments. The Government should act in the public’s interest by implementing this ban and preventing any avoidable environmental harm before it occurs.

Timeline

11 Aug 2026 Petition opened for signatures

Key facts

Signatures 86
Status Open for signatures
Department Department for Science, Innovation and Technology
Opened 11 Aug 2026

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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 12 Aug 2026.