Powering AI: Europe switches on its first microgrid-connected data center

AVK and Pure Data Centers’ microgrid facility in Ireland could mark the region’s first step toward a privately powered ecosystem.

# Powering AI: Europe switches on its first microgrid-connected data center AVK and Pure Data Centers’ microgrid facility in Ireland could mark the region’s first step toward a privately powered ecosystem. **Read the full article:** [CNBC](https://www.cnbc.com/2026/03/11/data-center-microgrid-power-ireland-ai-boom-avk-pure-dc.html) *This article was originally published by CNBC. MoneyWiseInc provides expert curation of the best financial content from trusted sources.*