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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
World
Jennifer McDermott and Anton L. Delgado

Forty mayors from cities across the globe sign onto data center development pact

A data centre in Frankfurt, Germany - (AP Photo/Michael Probst)

Forty mayors from cities across the globe have united to sign a new pact aimed at shaping the sustainable development and operation of urban data centres.

The initiative, unveiled by C40 Cities – an alliance of nearly 100 cities committed to tackling climate change – during London Climate Action Week, outlines a vision for ensuring these crucial digital hubs do not compromise natural resources, energy prices, or climate targets.

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