Mr. Joseph Cummins:

The data centres can act as a hook for investment in renewable energy. The very stable energy demand of a data centre is key to securing investment in renewables because it balances the very cyclical nature of households and everyday demand. It makes Ireland more attractive in terms of investment in renewables because there is a guaranteed demand. Regardless of whether it is during the day and we are all busy or whether we are all asleep in bed, there is a steady level of demand. This means an investor in renewable technology can get a return on their investment on a 24-hour cycle.