Fast-growing industry poses challenges related to energy, water resources and environmental protection
GSA Data Center 01 is operated by SET-listed Gulf Development in Samut Prakan. (Photo: Gulf Development Plc)
The cabinet has approved a national policy committee to oversee the country’s fast-growing data centre industry, aiming to balance investment promotion with concerns over energy security, water resources and environmental protection.The Data Centre Policy Committee will formulate national policies and coordinate with state agencies responsible for approving and regulating data centre projects, government spokeswoman Rachada Dhnadirek said on Wednesday.
The committee will be chaired by a deputy prime minister appointed by Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul, with the ministers of digital economy and society, interior and energy serving as deputies, alongside senior officials and up to three experts appointed by the prime minister.
Its mandate includes setting regulatory standards, monitoring the industry’s impact on electricity, water use, cybersecurity and environmental protection, while supporting the country’s goal of becoming a regional digital economy hub.
