Cockenzie Data Center

East Lothian Council has selected UK investment firm Sustainable Development Capital LLP (SDCL) as its preferred supplier for a potential hyperscale data center at a former coal storage site in Cockenzie, East Lothian, United Kingdom. The project is currently in its initial stages, requiring planning application processes and public consultations, with legal agreements expected to take up to a year. If planning permission is secured, the council intends to form a joint venture with SDCL. This development presents opportunities for capital investment, construction, and permanent employment, with potential for long-term community benefits such as support for education and training programs. SDCL, established in 2007, focuses on energy efficiency and decarbonization. Further details on the proposed data center have not been disclosed.