Government pushes for data centres to run on renewables | ABC NEWS

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Energy minister Chris Bowen says Commonwealth legislation will be used to require data centres to be powered by renewables, even if the states or territories don't agree. Bowen made the announcement during a National Press Club address on Australia's energy future. However, Queensland and the Northern Territory have voiced their opposition to mandate the use of renewables. Bowen also announced incentives for businesses to install rooftop solar. Subscribe: http://ab.co/1svxLVE Note: In most cases, our captions are auto-generated. #ABCNEWS #ABCNEWSAustralia

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