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Drax Group is considering a major data center development at its Selby Power Station in Yorkshire, United Kingdom. The project envisions a data center campus with a potential capacity of up to 1GW, repurposing existing infrastructure and grid connections from one of its former coal-fired units.
The company is preparing a planning application for an initial phase of approximately 100MW. Drax anticipates seeking external partners for this venture, with a potential launch date after 2031. Previously, Drax had indicated an earlier timeline for the initial 100MW site, suggesting it could be operational as early as 2027.
Drax Group is a significant energy producer in the UK, operating the country's largest biomass plant at Selby, which generates 2.6GW of electricity. The company has engaged in discussions with data center operators regarding potential co-location and supply agreements, noting positive interest from providers.
The company is preparing a planning application for an initial phase of approximately 100MW. Drax anticipates seeking external partners for this venture, with a potential launch date after 2031. Previously, Drax had indicated an earlier timeline for the initial 100MW site, suggesting it could be operational as early as 2027.
Drax Group is a significant energy producer in the UK, operating the country's largest biomass plant at Selby, which generates 2.6GW of electricity. The company has engaged in discussions with data center operators regarding potential co-location and supply agreements, noting positive interest from providers.
Events
This data center has timeline events listed. Typically events are related to M&A history, rebranding, capacity expansions etc.Dec 11, 2025 - Stage Change
Drax Group explores plans for 1GW data center at former coal plant in Selby, Yorkshire
- New Stage: Announced
- New Stage: Announced
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