A New Dawn for Digital Infrastructure Ireland

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After 10 years of evolution, we’re ready for a revolution. When Host in Ireland was first launched, our objective was to promote Ireland as a centre of excellence for hosting data-related products and services. In the last few years, that purpose has expanded to include the export of Irish skills & services as the industry has changed. It is now time for us to do the same.

The future of Digital Infrastructure Ireland will focus on maintaining the spirit of co-opetition and collaboration that has made Host in Ireland so successful. At the same time, we will build a robust, scalable and partner-led organisational structure to align with the rapidly evolving digital infrastructure industry in and from Ireland.

One thing that will never change is the community we have built at Host in Ireland. We will continue to tell the story of the importance of Irish skills and services to the global digital infrastructure industry, deliver world class networking events, and focus on issues that are important to the industry, like talent and biodiversity.

So what’s new?

The biggest change you will see is that we will be operating under a new name. Digital Infrastructure Ireland is a broader, more reflective name for the sectors, sub-sectors, and cohorts which make up our industry and community.

We will be establishing a Policy & Research pillar to sit alongside current Host in Ireland pillars. Issues such as energy, sustainability, and land use continue to challenge the industry in Ireland, threatening the country's ability to capitalise on the economic benefits of the growing wave of AI digital infrastructure investment. The new pillar will explore research opportunities and look to influence policy in Ireland proactively.

The new council will conduct research and work to proactively influence policy in Ireland.

Transitional Advisory Board

In order to ensure this transition is successful, smooth and transparent, we will be establishing a Transitional Advisory Board. This new chapter is putting our partners front and centre in the future planning, execution and priorities of Digital Infrastructure Ireland.

The Transitional Advisory Board will convene for a six month period from January - June 2025. It will consist of up to eight members, including a Chairperson, a representative from Operations and representatives from each partner cohort.

Its purpose will be to -

Shape the future strategic direction of Digital Infrastructure Ireland
Explore new revenue streams for long-term fiscal sustainability
Build governance structures to support future growth.

Upon completion of this transition period, a permanent advisory board will be established.

Interested in Joining the Transitional Advisory Board?

If you're interested in contributing your expertise and leadership to this pivotal role, we encourage you to nominate yourself.

Fill out the form below to submit your application. Don't miss this opportunity to make a lasting impact on the industry!

The nomination process for the Transitional Advisory Board will open on 19 September 2024 and close on 12 October at Noon.

Thank you again for your continued support and participation in this exciting new chapter!

Nomination Form

Key Dates

Thursday 19th Sep - Nomination Process opens

Wednesday 25th Sep - Q&A on Nomination process - 9am (30 min - zoom)

Thursday 3rd Oct - Nominations close at 12 noon

Tuesday 8th Oct - Voting Opens

Wednesday 9th Oct - Q&A on Voting process - 9am (30 min zoom)

Tuesday 15th Oct - Voting closes at 5pm

Tuesday 22nd Oct - Transitionary Board announced

How many trees are in my DCs for Bees Orchard Bundle?

Our mixed fruit DCs for Bees Orchard comprises of 5 trees.
What type of fruit trees are in the DCs for Bees Orchard Bundle?

Our DCs for Bees Orchards are made up of 3 Apple trees (Discovery, Katy & Boskoop), a pear tree (Conference) and a plum tree (Victoria).
Can I choose different trees in my DCs for Bees Orchard bundle?

Sorry, there are no variations available to our DCs for Bees Orchard bundle.
How much space do I need to plant a DCs for Bees Orchard?

Each tree needs to be planted 6ft-9ft (1.8m-2.7m) apart. In order to ensure successful pollination, the trees must be planted in proximity to each other - the pear & plum tree are self pollinators but the apples need each other to successfully flower and bear fruit. Remember it's orchards that we're planting - so the trees should be together.
How big will my DCs for Bees Orchard grow?

If not pruned, each of the apple trees in the will grow to approx 10 - 12 ft in height and approx 6 ft wide The plum and pear will grow between 10 - 14ft and approx. 6 ft wide. The final height of the trees will depend on soil conditions. The site, wind and salt air can all play a role.
What type of rootstock are the DCs for Bees Orchards?

Our DCs for Bees Orchards are semi dwarf trees on M26 Rootstock
What Pollination Group do the DCs for Bees Orchards belong to?

All five fruit trees in the DCs for Bees Orchards are in Pollination Group 3. They are compatible with each other for maximum pollination.
How old are the trees when they are delivered?

Each of the trees in the DCs for Bees Orchard are two year old trees.
How tall will the trees be when they arrive?

Each of the trees will be approx. 5-6ft tall on delivery
How are the DCs for Bees Orchards wrapped and what size will each bundle be?

The DCs for Bees Orchards are wrapped in bundles of 5 and the diameter of the wrapped roots will be approx 6" x 6" (should fit in most cars if needed). Each Orchard bundle is light enough to easily lift and carry.
Are the trees in the DCs for Bees Orchards labelled?

Each tree is labelled with a 'tree passport' tag. This tag includes the tree variety, colour and fruit detail. Each tag also has a DCs for Bees QR code which will bring you directly to our website www.orchards.ie so you can easily register your DCs for Bees Orchard.
Measuring Success - The National Biodiversity Data Centres Pollination Count

The aim of the Orchard Project is to encourage biodiversity and protect & feed our pollinators. In order to measure its success, the National Biodiversity Data Centre will be establishing a 'Pollination Service' count. Each person who plants an Orchard is asked to, once a year, go out and record the number of apples, plums or pears growing on the trees and upload this count onto the National Biodiversity Data Centre website. This Pollination Service can only be conducted when the same species of trees are planted during the same dormant window in various locations around the country. This 'like-for-like' count will give, for the first time in Ireland, an accurate picture on the levels of pollination across the country.