Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 3 November 2021
70. Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for the Environment, Climate and Communications the status of the review of data centre connection policy by the Commission for the Regulation of Utilities; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [53515/21]
Amharc ar fhreagraIn June 2021, the Commission for Regulation of Utilities (CRU) published a proposed direction to EirGrid and ESB Networks that would require each of the system operators to prioritise data centre connections based on location, the availability of on-site generation and flexibility in reducing demand when required. The consultation process is now closed and the CRU is considering the responses received.
The CRU is an independent statutory body and solely accountable to a committee of the Oireachtas for the performance of its functions.
