Wind provides 37% of Irish power in November. As the year draws to a close , Irelands renewable energy sector presents a striking statistic: 37% of the nations electricity was wind-generated in November 2023. This impressive figure reported by wind energy Ireland is not just a monthly triumph but marks the third highest wind energy…
Discover the crucial findings from technological university of the Shannon: Ireland faces a stark skills gap in the construction sector, threatening its climate and housing targets. Learn about the push for 120,000 new skilled workers , the need for re-skilling , and innovative strategies to meet these challenges sustainably. New Findings from technological university of…
In County Offaly today Copius Group hosted Flannery Plant Hire, to showcase their latest advances in safety and efficiency, to both clients and peers in the Irish construction industry, featuring a first look at the Leica Geosystems and XWatch Safety Solutions 3D avoidance system exclusive to Flannery excavators. The 3D Avoidance Zone system solution minimises…
Facebook-owner Meta has agreed a deal to buy all of the renewable power from two of the largest solar farms in the country to power its data centers. In a move signalling a bold step forward for renewable energy in Ireland, tech giant Meta and Highfield energy services limited have entered into a partnership with…
The Health and Safety Executive (HSE), the UK’s safety regulator, has released a second safety alert to the offshore sector. This comes after an investigation into the disappearance of a worker, believed to have fallen through a gap in a rig’s deck. The recent safety bulletin highlighted the HSE’s awareness of incidents involving “damaged and…
Europe’s most eco-friendly and sustainable data centres have recently been honoured with the EU Code of Conduct for Data Centres award. As the digital age progresses, data centres have emerged as the pillars supporting our interconnected society, ensuring a smooth exchange of data. Yet, their high energy consumption has sparked discussions about their environmental footprint…
2023 Best Practice Guidelines for the EU Code of Conduct on Data Centre Energy Efficiency The Joint Research Centre (JRC) introduced the European Code of Conduct for Data Centres (EU DC CoC) as a proactive step towards addressing the escalating energy usage in data centres. This surge in consumption not only impacts the environment but…
The green light has been given to the Hornsea Project Four Offshore Wind Farm by the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero. The venture involves the expansion of the offshore wind farm known as Hornsea Project Four. This particular development site is nestled within the western sector of the former Hornsea, otherwise…
The construction industry is experiencing a surge in momentum, with the most significant increase in new orders since April 2022. The latest PMI® data reveals a positive trend for construction companies, as the overall UK construction output is on the rise. The growth is primarily driven by the commercial building and civil engineering sectors, both…
Microsoft has announced the upcoming launch of its first cloud region in Italy, aimed at providing Italian organisations with access to reliable and scalable cloud services. This move showcases Microsoft’s dedication to driving digital transformation and sustainable innovation within the country. The new cloud region, comprising three datacenters located in Lombardy, ensures top-level security,…