One of London's largest data centre campuses is set to be built in the Royal Docks after plans were approved.

The 210-megawatt (MW) Docklands data centre campus is designed to cater for emerging AI workloads, as well as with a focus on sustainability, safety and security.

The project, spearheaded by sustainable digital infrastructure company Ada Infrastructure and GLP Capital Partners (GCP), was granted planning approval by Newham Council's strategic development committee.

Jennifer Weitzel, president of Ada Infrastructure, said: "This new data centre development embodies our commitment to driving positive change through the use of sustainable technology and materials, a robust environmental, health and safety programme, and an ongoing investment in the communities in which we work and live.

"The project's future-ready design, including energy-efficient systems, net positive landscaping, and strict physical and cybersecurity protocols, will set new standards for safe and sustainable development in the age of AI."

President of GCP Europe Nick Cook added that the team is "delighted" to see its vision for a large-scale data centre at Docklands "come to life".

The centre will contain three 70 MW data centre buildings and a multi-purpose community facility, designed sustainably to achieve a BREEAM - a sustainable building certification - ‘excellent’ rating.

The buildings feature "innovative" energy solutions, such as air and liquid cooling that operate without water evaporation, use of low-carbon materials, and connections for a district heating system.

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Robert De Jong, director at the Royal Docks Centre for Sustainability at the University of East London, said: "We are pleased to note the significant public realm improvements that will be of huge benefit to the local area, as a result of the new data campus."

He added that the proposals are "highly sustainable" and "enhance access to public space and the Thames river".

The campus also hopes to provide a multi-purpose facility for job training programmes to boost opportunities and careers in the technology sectors for the local area.

Ada Infrastructure says the construction of the site will "enhance public spaces", providing improved pathways for pedestrians and cyclists along the Thames.