Data Centre
DUB01 Citywest
Republic of Ireland
The future is green digital infrastructure
Across the globe, the rapid growth of data centre developments has placed a spotlight on the need for sustainable and scalable digital infrastructure. Hyperscalers such as Google, Facebook, and Amazon, along with numerous other technology companies, are leading the charge, creating vast networks of data centres to meet the ever-growing demand for cloud services and data storage. This expansion, while essential, comes with significant challenges related to energy consumption, rising construction costs, and sustainability.
Recent years have seen a sharp rise in inflation and escalating material costs, impacting everything from steel to concrete. However, the industry has proven resilient, with engineering and innovation taking centre stage. Alternative fuel sources, such as hydrogen and gas power generation, are being explored to ensure data centres can operate efficiently while reducing their carbon footprint. .
Modern construction techniques, including offsite methods, are being adopted at an unprecedented pace to tackle supply chain challenges and enhance the quality and speed of development. This transformation is drawing in talent from other tech sectors, eager to tackle the unique challenges of digital infrastructure. .
As the demand for data continues to soar, the industry is shifting its focus toward sustainability. The future lies in reusing, recycling, and refurbishing existing facilities, minimising the need for new large-scale builds, and embracing advanced technologies that reduce both capital and operational expenditures while lowering carbon emissions. This collective spirit of collaboration and innovation is helping transform the image of data centres from heavy energy consumers to leaders in sustainable technology.
Delivering on the digital agenda
We are leading cost consultants for data centre design and construction. As specialist MEP quantity surveyors and project managers, we also provide insightful and accurate cost advice.
Working with the globe’s leading providers of data hosting, every one of our data centre projects creates an exciting opportunity for the world’s data needs – storage, security and accessibility.
Our clients range from hyper-scalers to co-location providers and their leading international client brands require 24/7 accessibility and high levels of protection of data. Whether regenerating ageing data centres whilst in occupation or building a brand-new facility, we allow our clients to keep their promises.
RELEVANT PROJECTS
We are changing the world for the better. One space at a time. Take a glimpse at our projects and discover how we’re radically transforming the blueprint for design and construction.
