File on 4 Investigates
Is it time to press pause on AI data centres?
3 November 2026
Available for over a year
A new generation of 'mega' data centres is poised to be rolled out across the UK, designed to capitalise on the growth of Artificial Intelligence. But although the government is rolling out the red carpet for tech investors, seeing their arrival as essential for growth, Adrian Goldberg asks how powering these centres will affect the UK’s commitment to net zero energy consumption.
Presented by Adrian Goldberg
Producer: Hayley Mortimer
Technical Producer: Richard Hannaford
Editor: Richard Fenton-Smith
Junior Production Manager: Tom Dunster
Production Management Assistant: Tim Fernley
