PwC response to the Australian Government’s expectations for data centres and AI infrastructure developers

Tuesday, 24 March 2026

PwC Australia welcomes the Federal Government’s guidance on its expectations for data centres and AI infrastructure, recognising both the scale of the global opportunity and the importance of getting the policy settings right to attract and retain long-term investment. 

PwC's Global Capital Projects and Infrastructure Lead, Clara Cutajar, said success would hinge on coordination across the public and private sectors, to cement Australia as a leading investment destination for the AI infrastructure required to support large-scale AI adoption and innovation. 

“Aligning government policy, investor confidence, energy strategy, planning systems and industry capability is what will ultimately determine whether Australia captures this moment and maximises the benefit,” she said.

“Collaborating across these complex sectors will require transparent engagement and clear incentives. The government’s guidance is a welcome step in this direction, and we look forward to engaging further on measures that increase investor confidence."

PwC Australia technology industry leader Louise King said: “Building a globally competitive, sustainable and secure AI infrastructure ecosystem is in the national interest as we seek to realise the full benefits of an AI-enabled economy. As a firm, we look forward to playing our role in bringing industry and community together to get these settings right and unlocking the potential.”