Finland stops construction work on two planned Google data centres

Concerns about forest clearance prompted the halt at the two planned sites, according to the BBC. Finland’s environment and climate minister, Sari Multala, said problems with environmental assessments mean Google’s projects are likely to face delays, according to Courthouse News Service, which reported her comments.

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• BBC: Finland orders halt to work on two Google data centres

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BBC BBC Finland orders halt to work on two Google data centres 1:15 PM

CNS Courthouse News Service Finland orders halt to work on Google’s data center sites · Agence France-Presse 1:49 PM

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