Hourly Electricity Prices 05. November 2025
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IEA Report Confirms Irish Retail Electricity Prices Are Three Times Wholesale Cost
A new report from the International Energy Agency (IEA) has found that the energy component of residential electricity prices in Ireland is a staggering three times higher than the wholesale cost paid by suppliers. This enormous gap is the largest disparity identified among the advanced economies studied, confirming that Irish households are paying disproportionately high prices.
Read MoreBudget 2026: Extends VAT Cut on Energy but Axes Universal Electricity Credits
Budget 2026 was announced by the government this week with a focus for energy customers on electricity prices, home heating, long-term VAT relief and expanded social welfare supports for heating costs. Most concerningly for electricity customers will be the announcement that there will be no further electricity credits, as seen in recent years.
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Yuno Energy Announces Price Freeze on Electricity Prices
Yuno Energy have announced a price freeze on their electricity and gas prices during the coming winter months. The supplier stated that any price increases that may happen will not happen until March of next year at the earliest. The news comes the week after PrepayPower, the parent company of Yuno Energy, announced it would also freeze its prices for the duration of the winter months.
Read MoreSSE Airtricity Increase Electricity Prices for Second Time This Year
SSE Airtricity have today announced a second increase to their electricity prices for customers this year. It will increase its standard variable electricity prices and standing charges by 9.5% from 20 November 2025, adding around €151 a year to a typical household bill. The supplier cited increasing network charges as one of the main reasons behind this second price increase, following an 10.5% increase to their electricity prices in April of this year.
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Bord Gais and Pinergy Announce Electricity Price Increase
Both Bord Gais and Pinergy have today announced increases to their electricity prices. For Bord Gais customers, electricity prices will increase by 13.5% along with a 12% increase in the standing charge. This will take effect from the 12th of November. For Pinergy customers, prices will increase by 10% from the 13th of November, but there will no change in their standing charge. Both suppliers cited increasing network charges as one of the main reasons behind these price increases.
Read MoreEnergia Announce Electricity Price Increase of up to 12%
Energia has announced a price increase of up to 12.1% for its electricity customers that will add more than €200 onto their annual bill. The price increase will take effect from 9 November which will see standard electricity unit rates rise by 10.9% with dual fuel and smart electricity customers facing a 6% and 12% increase respectively. The company cited increasing system operator and network charges as the reason behind its price increase, which is set to affect all of their 221,400 electricity customers.
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CRU Confirm Increase to Electricity Network Fees Adding €29 a Year To Electricity Bills
The Commission for Regulation of Utilities (CRU) has confirmed that Irish electricity network fees will increase, adding an estimated €29 to the average annual household bill. The hike is driven by the significant investment required to upgrade the national grid, integrate more renewable energy sources, and meet growing demand from data centres and the wider electrification of transport and heat. This rise, effective from November 1st, highlights the cost of modernising Ireland's energy infrastructure.
Read MorePSO Levy to Drop by 38% on Electricity Bills
The CRU has announced that the PSO Levy for 2025/2026 will drop to a monthly rate of €2.01, totally €24 annually. This represents a 38% reduction overall, and the annual savings will amount to approximately €15 for homeowners. The PSO levy is designed to support a wide range of renewable energy initiatives across the country, including wind and solar projects.
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81% of Ireland's Energy Use Last Year Was From Fossil Fuels
Fossil fuels were Ireland's primary energy source last year, accounting for 81% of primary energy supply, according to a recent analysis of global energy data by KPMG. This figure places Ireland's energy dependency firmly in the top ranks of developed nations and underscores the scale of the decarbonisation challenge ahead.
Read MoreFlogas Announces 7% Electricity Price Increase for Irish Customers
Flogas, has announced a 7% increase in its variable electricity charges, set to take effect from August 25th. This move will impact approximately 43,500 residential electricity customers on variable-rate tariffs across the country, adding an estimated €126 to the average annual household bill, or around €10.51 per month. The announcement comes as a blow to households already grappling with a persistent cost-of-living crisis, and signals potential further increases from other suppliers in the coming months.
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Irish Government Approves €3.5 Billion Investment in Electricity Grid
The Irish government announced a landmark €3.5 billion investment in the nation's electricity grid infrastructure for the period 2026-2030. Part of the National Development Plan, it marks the largest single investment in Ireland's electricity network to date, aiming to bolster energy security, stimulate economic growth, and significantly accelerate the country's transition to renewable energy.
Read MoreIrish Wind Farms Record Best Ever June Power Generation
Ireland's wind energy sector achieved a record-breaking performance in June 2025, providing 30% of the nation's electricity and contributing to a significant drop in wholesale electricity prices. The latest monthly report from Wind Energy Ireland (WEI) highlights the strongest June on record for wind generation, coupled with a notable impact on consumer costs.
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Irish Wholesale Electricity Prices Continue Downward Trend in June 2025
Ireland's wholesale electricity market experienced a notable decline in June 2025, with prices falling by 12.2% compared to the previous month. This marks a continuation of a significant downward trend from peak prices observed in recent years, offering a glimmer of relief to businesses and potentially paving the way for broader economic impacts.
Read MoreWinter Is Coming: The Water Bottle Trick to Heat Your Home While Spending Less
With the cold nights setting in, the fear of expensive heating bills is fast approaching. While well-known steps like insulation or bleeding your radiators are common enough, a simple, budget-friendly tip may help in lowering those heating bills: putting a bottle of water next to your radiators. This heating hack, backed by physics, might just help you heat your home more cost effectively. But does it really work?
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Irish Households Could Be Spending Over €200 a Year on This Daily Habit
Making a cup of tea is a daily habit for many people in Ireland, but with electricity prices increasing, have you ever looked at the costs involved in what for many, is a daily essential? From the electricity for the kettle, to the tea bag and milk, a number of small expenses add up. This guide breaks down the true price of your daily cupán tae.
Read MoreThis Simple Trick Can Keep Your Home Cool This Summer
As Europe grapples with increasingly frequent and intense heatwaves, staying cool at home is no longer just about comfort—it's becoming a necessity. While Ireland is yet to experience anything like the temperatures seen on the continent, more and more Irish households are finding themselves struggling with the ever-increasing summer heat. Fortunately, the Spanish have perfected a remarkably simple and cost-effective solution: a basic water bottle trick that can help you keep cool at home, sleep comfortably at night and avoid wasting money on air conditioning.
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Do Not Turn on the Heating When You Wake Up: The 30-Minute Rule That Can Lower Your Energy Bill
With the arrival of the first cold snaps, optimising your household heating has once again become a priority for many Irish homeowners looking to save money on their heating bills. Experts suggest that the key error isn't the room temperature itself, but the timing of when you restart your boiler. By programming your heating to come on 30 minutes before you wake up, rather than waiting until you get out of bed, you can achieve immediate comfort while making substantial savings—a straightforward principle that is frequently overlooked.
Read MoreThe Simple Radiator Trick to Take €50 Off Your Heating Bill!
We've all felt that frustrating chill. The heating is on, the radiator is piping hot, and yet, a lingering coolness persists in the room, especially when you're settled on the sofa. Meanwhile, without us even realising it, valuable heat escapes and pools where it's no use to anyone: up at the ceiling. It's this waste of energy that adds up on our energy bills. Despite this, there is a simple, inexpensive trick to stop wasting this energy and lower our bills.
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