Europe's biggest data centre could destroy our tranquil village: Locals fear constant hum from £15bn site on green belt land to fulfil surge in AI demand

Locals in North Ockendon, East London, are up in arms over plans to build Europe's largest data centre, valued at £15 billion, on green belt land. The proposed facility aims to meet the growing demand for artificial intelligence infrastructure, but residents fear the constant hum and disruption it will bring to their tranquil village. This development underscores the tension between technological advancement and preserving rural lifestyles, raising questions about the future of this green space.