RTÉ's Economics and Public Affairs Editor David Murphy explains on Behind the Story why a new wastewater facility in north Dublin is vital to new builds.
It comes as a treatment plant in Ringsend is currently approaching maximum capacity.
In addition, lower than average rainfall over the past 14 months has resulted in less water in the capital's reservoirs and a warning by Uisce Éireann for the public to conserve water in 12 counties.
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Uisce Éireann is hoping for a green light for a massive new drainage scheme in the capital.
Katie and David also look at how a move towards greener energy could actually be hampering the grid’s ability to deliver as more power is needed for new technologies like EV chargers.
You can listen to Behind the Story which is available on the RTÉ Radio Player.
You can also find episodes on Apple here, or on Spotify here.
