A new report from the Economic and Social Research Institute (ESRI), A descriptive comparison of Irish and European electricity prices: 2018–2024, provides an important evidence-based assessment of how Irish electricity prices compare with those across… Read More
Why Are Prices High? Gas, Hedging, and Your Bill Two key factors influence the price you pay: Ireland’s reliance on natural gas and the “hedging” strategy suppliers use to protect you from market shocks. The… 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
Building the Grid of the Future ESB Networks Presents its PR6 Business Plan to EAI This month, EAI hosted a webinar on ESB Networks’ business plan for… Read More
Addressing Dispatch Down In December 2024 SONI (System Operator Northern Ireland) put forward a draft action plan to address dispatch down in Northern Ireland (available: here). The draft action plan… Read More
The Role of Data Centres in Ireland’s Energy Landscape Ireland’s Programme for Government acknowledges the significant role data centres play in the country’s economy and energy system while addressing… Read More
Germany’s successful state aid application for Climate Protection Contracts – a mechanism also referred to as Carbon Contracts for Difference (CCfDs) – marks a significant milestone in Europe’s efforts to decarbonise heavy industry. Ireland can… Read More
The transition towards a net-zero economy by 2050 requires stepping up the volume of investment across the energy sector and end use sectors, while ensuring better engagement and protection opportunities for consumers. The energy crisis… Read More