EPA probes noise complaints at Dublin data centre
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The Environmental Protection Agency is investigating noise complaints about the new Echelon DUB10 data centre in Clondalkin, west Dublin, after residents reported a persistent humming sound. The operator has applied mitigation measures and continues to investigate. Residents like Aaron Jeffrey, living over 2km away, described a low-frequency hum disrupting sleep, requiring earplugs and causing physical and mental strain. Echelon removed a contractor's generator and applied measures to roof-mounted chillers, with preliminary noise analysis expected this week. The complaints emerge as a Kildare community group holds a public meeting on data centre proliferation, and a Naas councillor plans to bring a zoning motion next week.