New campus would be located on a site earmarked for data centre use
The groups will commit to using 100 per cent renewable energy to power the centre, along with the construction of greenway walking routes, cycle tracks and recreational amenities for the local community.
“It is our ambition that this project will be designed and developed in line with the six guiding principles included in the ‘Principles for Sustainable Data Centre Development’ set out by Government in its 2022 policy statement on the role of data centres in Ireland’s enterprise strategy,” Microsoft said.
Microsoft recently signed multiyear corporate power purchase agreements with energy companies to create new renewable energy contracts. The deal will see Microsoft contribute close to 30 per cent of Ireland’s corporate power purchase agreement target by 2030. The company said it would create “large number of permanent jobs” on the campus once fully operational, in addition to supporting engineering, electrical, logistics, and construction jobs during its construction phase.
“The proposed development is part of the company’s strategy to unlock the opportunities of the digital economy and further strengthen Irelands’ technology sector,” Microsoft said. “The selection of Naas will also help to build its reputation as a regional digital hub at the forefront of Ireland’s digital economy.”
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