# Quantum DC Pauses 1,200-Megawatt AI Data Center Plan Near Adelaide

By Simon Yoon

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Published: 2026-11-12T11:48:31.000Z
Updated: 2026-11-12T11:48:31.000Z
Section: Technology

> Resident feedback raised environmental and logistical concerns. South Australian Premier Peter Malinauskas has advocated stronger regulation of the data center sector.

Quantum DC has paused its proposed 1,200-megawatt AI data center near Adelaide after local residents raised environmental and logistical concerns, drawing attention to public feedback on a major South Australian infrastructure proposal.

Data center projects elsewhere in South Australia are also facing broader scrutiny. Premier Peter Malinauskas has advocated stronger regulation of the sector.