Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 10 June 2026
70. Deputy Sorca Clarke asked the Minister for Enterprise, Tourism and Employment the commencement date for construction works for the Rochfortbridge data centre; the expected phasing of the project; and the projected timeline for completion of each phase and full operation of the development. [44519/26]
View answerI have been advised that the data centre project near Rochfortbridge, Red Admiral Data and Energy Campus, is progressing through the planning process and engaging with the recently published EirGrid Datacentre large energy user grid connection process. Construction is expected to commence once all necessary consents are in order. The project construction will be phased over approximately 4 to 6 years with each phase taking 2 to 3 years to complete. The project will be delivered in line with government guidance and policy on data centre development and is expected to bring significant high-quality employment and economic development to the region.
