Will Ireland's future energy be secure?

The report sets out that Ireland’s future energy will be secure by moving from an oil- and gas-based energy system to an electricity-led system, maximising our renewable energy potential, flexibility and being integrated into Europe’s energy systems.

What is the future of electricity in Ireland?

Remaining demand is mainly for heat, which is met by fossil fuels. According to the Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland, more than half of this can be electrified, and new innovations like thermal batteries can work well with a variable renewable electricity system.

How will the 2024 energy year impact Ireland?

This could have several implications for the 2024 energy year in Ireland. Opportunities for renewables growth will need to be consolidated with issues like mandates for energy efficiency and accommodating for large energy users. We need to ensure that short-term challenges do not restrict opportunities for long-term growth.

What is energy security in Ireland to 2030?

Last updated on 25 January 2024 Energy Security in Ireland to 2030 outlines a new strategy to ensure energy security in Ireland for this decade, while ensuring a sustainable transition to a carbon neutral energy system by 2050.

What percentage of Ireland's Electricity comes from fossil fuels?

93.9% of road transport energy demand came from fossil fuels. Demand for electricity was 2.5% higher than in 2021, consistent with the annual growth of recent years. The carbon intensity of Ireland’s electricity was 332 gCO 2 /kWh. 49.2% of the electricity indigenously generated in Ireland came from gas.

What is Ireland's energy security package?

This energy security package sets out a strategic approach to ensure a secure transition for Ireland’s energy systems in line with its climate objectives. It considers lessons, in particular, from the disruption to European energy supplies following the invasion of Ukraine and the domestic capacity shortfall experienced in the electricity sector.