Development of a Shared Government Data Centre

A new Government Data Centre to facilitate a more environmentally-efficient use of technology across Government will benefit from EUR 40 million in grant funding. The objective of the Government data centre is to deliver high-quality data centre facilities which are fit for purpose and are capable of meeting the Government’s requirements now and in the future. The new dedicated data centre facility would be at least twice as efficient as most of the existing public service server rooms and data centre facilities. The shared Government data centre will be developed at the Backweston Campus and shall function in a more environmentally friendly manner, including the possibility of reusing the data centre’s waste heat for other buildings on the campus. The data processing shall result in demonstrated substantial life-cycle greenhouse gas emissions savings.

Implementation of the whole measure is expected by 31 December 2025.

More information on the website of the Irish government here.