Recital (37)

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Official source: COM(2026) 502 final — Proposal for a Cloud and AI Development Act

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Data centres are critical infrastructure for the Union, and can create substantial
            economic value, including valuable investments and jobs, and may support innovation
            ecosystems – especially if they are integrated with local needs and follow best
            practices. If properly managed, the expansion of data centre capacity in the Union can
            bring significant economic and strategic benefits, help modernise the energy system,

            support clean energy growth and the sustainable use of energy. This depends on the
            implementation of an adequate framework preventing any negative impacts, such as
            energy supply stress, adverse environmental impacts and lost opportunities. Data
            centre acceleration zones (‘acceleration zones’) should contribute to this objective by
            enabling infrastructure deployment at scale and speed within a clear and streamlined
            regulatory framework.

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