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Thailand Asks 49 Data Centers to Pause as New Power and Water Rules Loom - TechRepublic

Thailand’s data center pause puts 49 projects under voluntary review as officials prepare new national rules for power, water, safety, and approvals. Image: Thailand Board of Investment

Thailand has asked 49 data centers under construction to pause voluntarily while more than 117 pending projects face an approval freeze.

Sep 10, 2026

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Thailand’s data center boom is moving faster than its rules.

The government has asked operators of 49 data centers already under construction to voluntarily pause work while separately holding approval decisions for more than 117 projects awaiting permission. The Sept. 4 review gives regulators a month to draft nationwide standards covering electricity, water, safety, location, and environmental requirements.

Thailand cannot currently compel the 49 projects to stop...

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