Ireland's data centre boom
These tech powerhouses bring in money and jobs but can be environmentally problematic
Business Daily · BBC World Service
August 28, 202318m 22s
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Show Notes
These tech powerhouses bring in money and jobs but can be environmentally problematic and in Ireland data centres account for almost a fifth of the electricity consumption.
We explore how Ireland can keep hold of this valuable industry and make sure it's energy supply isn't affected.
Producer / presenter: Leanna Byrne
(Image: Data centre; Credit: Getty Images)