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Could Argentina’s Patagonia become a haven for data centres?
Publication: France 24 - International breaking news, top stories and headlines
Author: FRANCE24
Source published: 02/11/2026, 14:16:34 UTC
Briefing created: 02/11/2026, 14:53:18 UTC
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Briefings
Argentina's President Javier Milei is advocating for data centre construction in Patagonia, a region known for its vast open steppes. While global opposition to data centres focuses on noise, power consumption, and aesthetics, Milei's administration seeks to bypass these concerns by locating facilities in remote areas. The article presents this as a potential ideal location but does not confirm specific infrastructure plans or operational timelines.
Key points
- President Javier Milei is actively promoting the construction of data centres in Argentina.
- Patagonia's vast open steppes are identified as a potential ideal location for these facilities.
Context
Global pressure on data centres centers on environmental and operational issues, yet Argentina's administration proposes a different approach by targeting remote, open terrain in Patagonia.
Limitations
The evidence is limited to political advocacy and geographic description. Specific infrastructure plans, operational timelines, or environmental impact assessments are not provided.
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