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⚽Could the big match affect energy consumption?🇮🇪 In this episode of Plugged-In, our series exploring the power system, we look at how Ireland's WC playoff could affect energy demand. ℹ️All Plugged-In videos: bit.ly/4uNtALP #COYBIG #FIFAWorldCup @IrelandFootball

📢 EirGrid & @ESBNetworks are using Dynamic Line Rating to boost capacity on existing #electricity infrastructure⚡ DLR uses real time data regarding weather and line condition to estimate how much electricity an overhead line can safely carry. #DroneTechnology

☘️Happy St Patrick's Day to all our colleagues, partners and friends at home and abroad. 🇮🇪 ℹ️For more episodes of Plugged-In with EirGrid, our series exploring the power system, visit: bit.ly/3Pc8s1x Lá Fhéile Pádraig sona daoibh! ☘️ #StPatricksDay #SystemDemand

Nearly Half of Ireland's Electricity Came From Renewables in February This was a strong increase from 39% in January. Wind energy contributed 41% to February's overall fuel mix. Gas generation was at 37% and 14% via interconnection.  ℹ️Read more here:bit.ly/4lfz7Gu

As #InternationalWomensDay approaches, we’re spotlighting the women #powering Ireland ⚡️💚 Meet Deirdre Merriman, Senior Grid Control Engineer at #EirGrid - helping balance the #electricity grid 24/7 🇮🇪 irishtimes.com/advertising-fe… #Renewables #Careers

📢 This #EngineersWeek, we spotlight the #CelticInterconnector #Engineering and Interface Manager, Kieran French & his work on one of Ireland’s most strategic #energy projects, the Celtic Interconnector 👷‍♂️⚡ ℹ️ Read here: irishexaminer.com/sponsored/arid… #CEFEnergy

EirGrid Board & Exec team visit the #CelticInterconnector project to see the significant progress being made on this key energy project - inspiring to see how far it has progressed 🌍 A highlight was meeting the teams in our expanded Cork office & hearing insights⚡ #CEFEnergy

📢 Battery storage update reduces Ireland’s reliance on traditional #fossilfuel generators. Large #batterystorage units are now playing a bigger role in Ireland’s electricity system, after a large change introduced by EirGrid and our partners last year 🔋 irishtimes.com/advertising-fe…

⚡How Ireland's #electricitygrid is preparing for the future 🇮🇪 What changes are happening to move Ireland towards more #low-carbon #energy to benefit our economy and local communities? 💡 🔗Stay informed: independent.ie/storyplus/how-… #Renewables #CelticInterconnector

📢40% of electricity was generated from renewables in January. Wind contributed most of the renewables generated, amounting to 33% of all the electricity. Total generation from wind energy was 1119 GWh, gas was at  44% of all electricity and 16% came via interconnection⚡

#SciFest 2026 has launched 🌍⚡ Last year, over 16,000 students wowed us with their innovation in #sustainability and #renewableenergy. The EirGrid Cleaner Climate Award returns. Here’s to another inspiring year of climate action and creative ideas! 💡🌱 #STEM

📹Minister for @DeptCEE @DarraghOBrienTD speaks about the significance of the #TonnNua south coast #offshore project 🌊⚡ EirGrid look forward to continue working alongside government and stakeholders to deliver the grid transmission infrastructure for this critical project 🌐

📢 The next phase of Ireland’s #energy transition is no longer about ambition, it’s about delivery⚡🇮🇪 Great to participate @WindEnergyIRL #WeiConf today to chart the next phase of our #cleanenergy transition🌐

Proud to mark a major milestone as Minister @DarraghOBrienTD joins EirGrid and Tonn Nua joint venture (@ESBGroup & @Orsted) at our first project team meeting in Dublin, marking a significant step forward in supporting Ireland’s #offshore #renewable energy ambitions! 🌊⚡

⚡Renewables provide 44% of electricity in December, with wind energy representing 39% of the overall share . Electricity demand was at 3234 GWh for December, up 146 GWh from last month.  There was also a new record for battery discharge reaching 396 MW on 15 December.🔋

📢 EirGrid is extremely proud to be certified as a #GreatPlaceToWork, following a thorough and independent analysis by @GPTW_Ireland 🫶🏽 🎉 What makes this recognition truly special? It’s based on direct feedback from the people who know us best—our employees 💚🙋🏽 #GPTWIreland

📢 Research from @MaREIcentre @UCC shows EirGrid is a leader internationally in community engagement efforts in support of transmission-#gridinfrastructure projects 🌍🔌 irishtimes.com/sponsored/2026…

The Kilbarry Marina 110kV overhead line has been upgraded, this will enhance bulk power delivery to Cork city and surrounding areas. The circuit’s longevity has been ensured through the replacement of steel structures, platforms, ladders, hardware, and foundation works.🏗️⚡

📢 It’s not just about keeping the lights on – electricity infrastructure has a central role to play in supporting housing delivery and economic growth, while meeting climate targets ⚡🏠 As 2025 draws to a close, here’s a look at some of our key achievements from this year 📹