German multi-national Siemens is carrying out the feasibility study.
A German multi-national has been appointed to assess the potential of locating a major eco-data centre in the midlands.
Siemens will undertake the feasibility study over eight months at a former ESB site in Offaly.
If successful, a data centre with renewable energy and green hydrogen will be constructed at Rhode Green Energy Park.
Head of Enterprise at Offaly Local Enterprise Office, Orla Martin says a number of groups will be consulted during the process: