Electricity Storage Policy Framework
The Electricity Storage Policy Framework presents 10 government actions to support the role of electricity storage systems in Ireland''s energy transition, identifying the key
Long Duration Energy Storage
Ireland''s ambition is clear: under the 2024 Electricity Storage Policy Framework, EirGrid aims to bring 500 MW of LDES online by 2030, with an initial procurement targeting at
The National Procurement Awards 2025
The first contracted projects are expected to be operational by 2030, forming a cornerstone of Ireland''s strategy to integrate multi-hour energy storage into its renewable energy infrastructure.
EirGrid launches consultation on the Long Duration Energy
The release of the LDES procurement mechanism consultation is a welcome development for the storage sector in Ireland. An appropriate LDES mechanism represents a key opportunity to
Ireland''s electricity storage policy vital to clean energy drive
With a recent policy statement, Ireland is seeking to accelerate the growth and integration of battery and other storage systems into Ireland''s electricity grid.
Ireland Powers Ahead: Energy Storage Procurement Unlocks
Looking ahead, the government plans to refine market mechanisms to sustain and expand energy storage capacity beyond 2030, ensuring that the grid''s future needs are met
Ireland launches LDES procurement scheme
Ireland''s transmission system operator (TSO) Eirgrid has launched a consultation on a proposed procurement mechanism and
Irish energy industry calls for 500 MW of storage capacity by 2030
While the renewable energy industry urged the Government and grid operator to be more ambitious with the procurement mechanism to reach the original 500 MW target by 2030,
Energy Storage Ireland calls for 500 Megawatts of energy storage
The Government has said it wants to ramp up long-duration energy storage significantly, yet the proposed minimum procurement of 201 MW is still well below its 2030
Long Duration Energy Storage (LDES) Procurement Mechanism
In line with this requirement and following detailed engagement with DCEE and the CRU, EirGrid is now consulting on a proposed procurement mechanism and operational
Ireland launches LDES procurement scheme
Ireland''s transmission system operator (TSO) Eirgrid has launched a consultation on a proposed procurement mechanism and operational considerations for its long-duration