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Origin Energy is assessing opportunities in the data center market, anticipating increased power demand driven by AI technologies. CEO Frank Calabria indicated the company will leverage its existing energy infrastructure, such as the Eraring coal-fired power plant, for new data center developments.

Eraring, Australia's largest power station, has a capacity of 2,880 megawatts but is scheduled to close in April 2029. The global data center industry is projected to reach $4 trillion by 2030, with Australia positioned for significant investment. Origin is also investing in renewable energy and energy storage, including a large-scale battery at Eraring and a grid-scale battery near Mortlake Power Station.