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Keppel Ltd., based in Singapore, has proposed a $10 billion data centre near the former Hazelwood power station site, leasing 123 hectares of local industrial land. This site is uniquely positioned with direct access to the power grid and an existing non-drinkable water source, making it suitable for data centre operations.

If approved, it will be Australia's largest AI infrastructure site. Keppel plans to brief Latrobe City Council, which seeks to secure employment in the region after power station closures. The project anticipates a gross power capacity of up to 720 MW and will leverage existing water infrastructure and intercity dark fibre networks for connectivity. The proposal is supported by local officials, highlighting the region's potential for skilled employment and investment in clean energy and data infrastructure.