Ahead of a dedicated AI data center grid code due this year, Korean lawmaker calls for minimal rules on existing projects (report)
Announced October 21, 2026
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Bloter reported that Rep. Cho Kyoung-tae, a member of the National Assembly's science and ICT committee, plans to scrutinize the AI data center grid code with the Ministry of Science and ICT during the parliamentary audit. The Ministry of Climate, Energy and Environment wants to introduce the code, a set of grid connection rules, this year. Cho warned that it could become a new regulation. He said applying it to projects already underway could delay investment and raise costs.
Why it matters (interpretation)
The rules directly affect the schedule and cost of AI data center investments in Korea, so their scope is the key issue.
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