There are currently 12 energy providers in Ireland offering a range of tariffs on electricity, gas, dual fuel and smart meter plans. Electric Ireland is the largest provider while Yuno Energy are the latest provider to enter the market having launched in 2023. Ireland also has two dedicated pay as you go electricity providers in Pinergy and PrepayPower.

⚡ Energy Providers in Ireland: The Essentials

Selectra brings you everything you need to know about Ireland's energy suppliers:

There are 12 energy suppliers operating in the Irish market, with Electric Ireland being the largest.
There are 6 suppliers offer 100% renewable energy.
There are 3 dedicated pay as you go energy providers.
Each supplier offers a range of price plans for electricity, gas, dual fuel and smart electricity.
Selectra recommends switching supplier every 12 months to guarantee the best price on energy.
Call Selectra on at 📞 01 913 1771 if you need help switching.

Energy Providers in Ireland

As of 2024, there are 12 energy providers operating in the Irish market.

Previous to 2024, there were 15 suppliers operating in the market, but Bright Energy, Panda Energy and Iberdrola have exited the market in recent years.

The 12 suppliers offer a range of tariffs and price plans including standard electricity, gas, dual fuel and new smart tariffs.

The table below outlines what each supplier offers:

⚡ Energy Providers Ireland
Supplier	Electricity	Gas	Dual Fuel	PAYG	Smart
Electric Ireland	✅	✅	✅	✅	✅
Energia	✅	✅	✅	❌	✅
Bord Gáis Energy	✅	✅	✅	❌	✅
Yuno Energy	✅	❌	❌	❌	✅
Flogas	✅	✅	✅	❌	✅
SSE Airtricity	✅	✅	✅	❌	✅
Community Power	✅	❌	❌	❌	✅
Pinergy	✅	❌	❌	✅	✅
PrePayPower	✅	✅	✅	✅	✅
Glowpower	✅	❌	❌	❌	✅
Ecopower	✅	❌	❌	❌	✅
Waterpower	✅	❌	❌	❌	✅

Last Updated: July 2024

When Did You Last Switch Electricity Provider? If you haven't switched energy provider in the last 12 months, it's likely you are on a standard electricity rate and could be paying more than you should. Call Selectra on at 📞 01 913 1771 if you need help switching.

Electricity Suppliers in Ireland

All 12 energy suppliers offer a range of electricity only plans including standard, nightsaver and night storage price plans:

Energia
Electric Ireland
Bord Gais
Yuno Energy
SSE Airtricity
Flogas
Pinergy
PrepayPower
Community Power
Ecopower
Glowpower
Waterpower

As of 2024, the average annual bill for an electricity only plan is €1,374.39

Why Is Electricity So Expensive in Ireland?

As of 2023, Ireland has the most expensive electricity rates in the EU, with latest figures from Eurostat indicating that Ireland's electricity prices have increased by almost 70% since 2020 from €0.2616/kWh to €0.4437/kWh in late 2023.

EU Electricity Prices Chart 2024

Source: Eurostat
Last Updated: July 2024

There are various factors as to why this is the case, including:

Energy Crisis of 2022
Covid-19 Pandemic
Inflation
Reliance on imported energy
Lack of competition in the domestic market

Like with any commodity, when wholesale prices increase on the global market, suppliers pass on part of the cost to the customer and this is why since 2020 energy customers have seen such a large increase in their energy bills.

In fact, energy prices have almost tripled in Ireland over the last 12 years and now stand as the most expensive in Europe.

Renewable Electricity Suppliers in Ireland

While all energy produced goes into the same grid, the electricity suppliers in Ireland that offer 100% renewable electricity have paid for renewable electricity only.

This ensures more demand for renewable energy sources and drives cash toward generating them.

100% renewable electricity companies in Ireland include the following:

Energia
SSE Airtricity
Pinergy
Community Power
Ecopower
Waterpower

Gas Suppliers in Ireland

There are 6 energy providers offering gas in Ireland:

Energia
Bord Gais
Electric Ireland
Flogas
PrepayPower
SSE Airtricity

As of July 2024, the average annual gas bill in Ireland works out at €1,257.75.

Dual Fuel Providers in Ireland

There are 6 energy providers offering dual fuel plans in Ireland:

Energia
Bord Gais
Electric Ireland
Flogas
PrepayPower
SSE Airtricity

As of July 2024, the cheapest dual fuel offer is from Flogas for €2,407.89 a year on an Urban meter.

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Selectra's Dual Fuel Tip

"Many Irish energy providers offer dual fuel price plans for gas and electrcity but did you know you don't have to choose the same provider for your gas and electricity supply. While it may be easier to contract one company for both, by comparing prices across all providers, you could combine the cheapest gas and electricity deals to get the best price on your dual fuel plan."

Smart Electricity Providers in Ireland

With the continued rollout of smart meters in Ireland, more and more people are looking for energy suppliers who offer smart electricity price plans.

All 12 energy suppliers offer a range of smart electricity plans:

Energia
Electric Ireland
Bord Gais
Yuno Energy
SSE Airtricity
Flogas
Pinergy
PrepayPower
Community Power
Ecopower
Glowpower
Waterpower

As of July 2024, Yuno Energy has the cheapest smart electricity in Ireland for €1,194.02 a year on an Urban meter.

Pay As You Go Providers in Ireland

There are currently only 3 energy providers offering pay as you go electricity plans:

PrepayPower
Electric Ireland
Pinergy

As of July 2024, the cheapest prepay provider is PrepayPower for €1,835.81 a year on an Urban meter.

How Do I Choose a Energy Supplier in Ireland?

Choosing the right energy supplier can seem difficult but with these simple steps, you can find a better deal and start saving money.

⚡ How to Choose A New Energy Provider
Find a recent energy bill.
Make note of the unit rate you pay, the type of plan you are on, and your kWh usage.
Check to see if you are on a standard or smart meter.
Visit different energy provider websites and have a look at their offers.
Compare them to your current plan and choose a more affordable plan for you.

There are several factors that you should consider when switching electricity providers. While some of these seem obvious, others can easily be overlooked.

Factors to consider include:

Cost — Is it the cheapest electricity or gas offer on the market?
Customer service — Does the gas or electricity supplier provide high-quality customer support in Ireland?
Energy sources — Does the Irish energy supplier get its energy from renewable sources?
Exit fees — All Irish energy suppliers charge an exit fee unless you're out of contract. This fee is typically €50 per fuel.
Discounts — Many suppliers offer attractive discounts to new customers, which could significantly lower your annual bill.

Need Help Switching Energy Supplier?

If you need help to compare prices between energy suppliers, our dedicated team here at Selectra can help.
By calling, 📞 01 913 1771 one of our agents will be on hand to offer their expertise and help you make the right choice when choosing a new energy provider.

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