The second day of the Eurelectric conference shifted focus to the transformative impact of artificial intelligence, the critical role of consumer empowerment, and the ongoing quest for European industrial competitiveness. A central theme was the… Read More
The opening day of Eurelectric’s 2025 Power Summit, themed “Powerplay,” set the stage for critical reflections on Europe’s energy future amid mounting geopolitical pressures, a rapidly transforming digital landscape, and urgent decarbonisation goals. With high-level… Read More
The Commission for Regulation of Utilities (CRU) has published its draft determination for the sixth Price Review (PR6), outlining a substantial €14.1bn investment package for Ireland’s electricity networks from 2026 to 2030. The plan, which… Read More
This paper examines the impact of interconnection on the SEM, focussing on its implication for security of supply, system costs, dispatch down, and market coupling. It highlights the need for a recalibrated approach… Read More
The Electricity Association of Ireland (EAI) recognises the significant role that data centres and LEUs play in supporting Ireland’s economy, job creation, and energy transition. These sectors provide vital infrastructure for Ireland’s position… Read More
On 3 April 2025, the European Parliament adopted a resolution outlining a forward-looking strategy to decarbonise Europe’s energy-intensive industries (EIIs), marking an important milestone in the EU’s evolving approach to its industrial and climate policy. Read More
Setting the Scene Government Departments consult on their Statements of Strategy Reflecting a new Government administration and a rapidly changing world, many Government Departments are currently consulting on their statement of… Read More
A key component of decarbonisation is how electrification integrates across different sectors, such as energy, transport, and industry, this is called sector coupling. In fact, one study has argued that decarbonisation targets might not be… Read More
We, the Electricity Association of Ireland (EAI), have formally responded to EirGrid and SONI’s January 2025 consultation on the proposed transitional arrangements for system services between the end of the DS3 Regulated Arrangements and the… Read More