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Are data centres a drain? (with Prof Hannah Daly)

June 11, 2026 · 39 min

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In this episode, Elaine is joined by energy researcher Prof Hannah Daly to discuss the energy strain data centres represent for Ireland, the greenwashing that enables their proliferation in the face of climate concerns, and the real costs – both financially and environmentally – of unchecked growth. 


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>> Dublin Inquirer Summer School  


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