The Electricity Association of Ireland (EAI) is the representative body for the electricity industry and gas retail sector operating within the Single Electricity Market (SEM) on the island of Ireland.
Electricity has a fundamental role in providing energy services in a decarbonised, sustainable future, in particular through the progressive electrification of transport and heating.
We believe this can be achieved, in the overall interest of society, through competitive markets that foster investment and innovation.
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Policy Eye Roundtable Discussion Report – Supporting the Northern Ireland Electricity Grid and System
This is a recent discussion report from a Policy Eye Roundtable on Supporting the Northern Ireland Electricity Grid and System held in November 2025, in Belfast. EAI were represented by CEO, Dara Lynott, at… Read More
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Statement – Electricity Industry – Electricity Association of Ireland (EAI) following meeting with the National Energy Affordability Taskforce (NEAT)
Statement by Electricity Association of Ireland (EAI) following meeting with the National Energy Affordability Taskforce (NEAT) this afternoon Electricity suppliers are working hard to protect consumers from global energy volatility. The association emphasised the… Read More
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Why Ireland Must Stay the Course on Home Retrofitting
Calls to abandon Ireland’s retrofit programme—most recently prompted by commentary on an ESRI report—are missing the bigger picture. Ireland still relies on imported fossil fuels for most of its home heating. That dependency leaves families… Read More
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EAI Launches Three Strategic Papers
As part of our Zero e-Mission Future, the Electricity Association of Ireland has published a series of comprehensive strategic papers. The launch of these documents marks a shared view of the all-island electricity sector from generation through to retail and details the necessary requirements to decarbonise the electricity sector, economy and society.
