# Opposition warns Finland’s power supply could be strained after Google AI deal

https://mins.news/en/item/53451

- Reuters, 2026-09-10 17:45 UTC
- Tech
- Original: https://www.reuters.com/business/media-telecom/finland-risks-strained-power-supply-after-google-ai-deal-opposition-warns-2026-09-10/?link_source=ta_bluesky_link&taid=6aa2eca6b45a8a0001fa9261

> Opposition parties said Finland should establish a national permitting system for data centres after Google announced a major new investment, warning that the country could otherwise face power shortages and sharply higher energy prices.

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