Drax datacentre could create nearly twice the yearly emissions of all Gatwick flights

UK · 2026-10-06

1. Step 1 · The triggerNRDC analysis reframes Drax's biomass datacentre as higher-emitting than aviation, triggering campaigner and MP pressure for regulatory intervention
2. Step 2 · Knock-onplanning risk rises for the Drax DCO as the Secretary of State faces political pressure to call in or condition the consent
3. Step 3 · Knock-onUK datacentre queue investors reprice biomass and fossil-backed sites versus renewable alternatives, shifting capital toward lower-carbon locations
4. Step 4 · Knock-onconstruction and equipment suppliers to delayed or rejected sites see order-book slippage and working-capital strain
5. Step 5 · Reaches youthe SME contractor or colocation customer's revenue recognition and cash conversion lengthen as project timelines stretch

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Source: theguardian.com

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