Fire risk? Noise? Water? Gregadoo data centre boss answers questions over $15b project

Key points

• Canberra Data Centre chief executive Greg Boorer has defended a proposed $15 billion data centre project in Gregadoo, near Wagga Wagga, amid community concerns. The project, which has not yet been approved by the NSW Government, would create a 63-hectare campus with a potential electricity demand of 1.4 gigawatts.
• Boorer addressed concerns about noise, fire risk, water use, and job creation, stating that the project would bring long-term benefits and jobs to the region.
• He also mentioned plans to engage with the community and address their feedback.