The Electricity Association of Ireland (EAI) is the representative body for the electricity industry and gas retail sector operating within the Single Electricity Market (SEM) on the island of Ireland.
Electricity has a fundamental role in providing energy services in a decarbonised, sustainable future, in particular through the progressive electrification of transport and heating.
We believe this can be achieved, in the overall interest of society, through competitive markets that foster investment and innovation.
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The EU Competitiveness Compass: Pointing Europe the Right Way?
The EU Competitiveness Compass: Pointing Europe the Right Way? “For the past 20-25 years, our business model relied on cheap labour from China, supposedly low-cost energy from Russia, and partially outsourced security investments. Those… Read More
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Proposed Fault Ride-Through Requirements for LEUs: Key Concerns and Industry Response
EirGrid has recently proposed new Fault Ride-Through (FRT) requirements for Large Energy Users (LEUs) as part of efforts to enhance grid stability. These requirements aim to address concerns that the disconnection of LEUs during transient… Read More
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EAI Launches Three Strategic Papers
As part of our Zero e-Mission Future, the Electricity Association of Ireland has published a series of comprehensive strategic papers. The launch of these documents marks a shared view of the all-island electricity sector from generation through to retail and details the necessary requirements to decarbonise the electricity sector, economy and society.
