However, the regulator is still considering the outcome of a public consultation on the issue
The energy regulator is proposing lower gas rates for data centres.
The CRU says 'large energy users' would have their gas supply turned off at certain times, especially during high demand on the wider system.
However, the regulator is still considering the outcome of a public consultation on the issue.
Energy economist with the ESRI, Muireann Lynch, says it would involve data centres having 'interruptible contracts' for their gas supply.
The discount level proposed has not yet been specified.
Sinn Fein MEP Lynn Boylan, says this proposal will not sit well with people who are struggling to afford their heating bills.
"Given that 27% of households connected to the gas grid are in arrears, it’s another insult to people for the data centres that are part of driving up the cost of energy, are being offered discounts, while households have been left in the cold by the government.” Lynn said.
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