Ireland - Energy Market Guides

The Irish energy market is an evolving landscape, shaped by factors such as renewable energy growth, technological advancements, and changing consumer demands. Our articles will help you understand the key players, market structures, and regulatory frameworks within this sector that are crucial for both consumers and businesses.

Key Players in the Irish Energy Market

The Commission for the Regulation of Utilities (CRU):
The independent regulator overseeing the electricity, gas, and water sectors in Ireland. The commission also handles disputes and complaints between energy customers and suppliers.
EirGrid:
Eirgrid are a government owned semi-state body responsible for the transmission of electricity across Ireland while also developing the national electricity grid.
ESB:
Formerly the Irish state owned electricity provider, today ESB Networks owns and operates the electricity distribution network in the Republic of Ireland. It is also responsible for installing, maintaining, and reading electricity meters.
Gas Networks Ireland:
Gas Networks Ireland is responsible for supplying, updating, and maintaining the Irish natural gas supply system.
Single Electricity Market (SEM) - Integrated Single Electricity Market (ISEM):
The Single Electricity Market (SEM)is the wholesale electricity market on the island of Ireland. It's where electricity generators and suppliers trade the power used by homes and businesses across Ireland.
Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (CCPC):
the CCPC acts as a watchdog, ensuring that the energy market operates fairly and that consumers are treated fairly.

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Irish Energy Market Insights

Average Electricity Usage:
Knowing the annual average consumption for both electricity and gas can help you understand if you are overconsuming on home energy. It is also the figure used by suppliers when estimating annual bills.
Data Centres:
Ireland is home to the most data centres in Europe and with concerns as to their impact both on electricity prices and the environment, our guide looks at how they are affecting the Irish Energy market.
Ireland's Energy Sources:
While Ireland is making strides towards producing more indigenous, renewable energy, we are still reliant on fossil fuel imports to meet our energy demands. Our guide looks at where our energy comes from and its impact on the Irish energy market.

Irish Energy Market Services

RECI Registered Electricians:
If you are looking for an electrician for to work on your home or business, make sure that they are a registered electrician to ensure that the work is done to the highest possible standard.
RGII Registered Gas Installers:
If you are looking to service your home gas boiler, make sure that you contract an RGII registered gas installer to ensure that the work is done to the highest standard.

Switch Supplier and Save Money

Switching supplier is one of the most effective ways of reducing your home energy bills, saving you money.

The CRU recommends customers switch their electricity and gas providers around once a year in order to get the cheapest electricity provider and the best deal.

⚡ Benefits of Switching Energy Supplier
Save money with lower bills by switching provider.
Help with the cost of living
Avail of discounts and introductory offers for cheaper electricity prices.
Reduce your household bills
Avoid being switched to a more expensive rate after 12 months
Find a better energy company for customer service, online payments, etc.
Take advantage of your 14-day cooling-off period