Review of the security of energy supply of Ireland’s electricity and natural gas systems

The International Energy Agency (IEA) defines energy security as ‘the uninterrupted availability of energy sources at an affordable price’.

Ireland’s energy system is going through a period of transformational change and, as we transition to a net-zero emissions future, we must ensure the pathway of decarbonisation is underpinned by affordability and security in how we access and use energy in our everyday lives. Having a reliable source of energy is vital for consumers to have confidence in the transition to a net zero emissions future. As our energy systems evolve and increasing volumes of our energy comes from renewable sources, we must ensure that we maintain security of energy supply.

We are undertaking a review of the security of supply of Ireland’s electricity and natural gas systems. Detailed research has been carried out by consultants to inform this review, and is available below.

As part of our review of security of supply of Ireland’s electricity and natural gas system, we are holding a consultation seeking views from interested parties. The review is focused on the period to 2030, but in the context of ensuring a sustainable transition up to 2050. The consultation document provides background on Ireland’s electricity and gas systems and the supporting policy framework.

We are seeking views on policy measures that could be implemented to support Ireland’s security of supply framework. The Minister for the Environment, Climate and Communications will bring his security of energy supply recommendations to Government once the review process has been completed.

Consultation Document

Supporting Documentation

The closing date for submissions is 5.30pm 28 October 2022

Submissions should be sent by email to energyconsultation@decc.gov.ie or by post to:

Review of the security of energy supply of Ireland’s electricity and natural gas systems consultation

Wholesale Electricity and Gas Policy Division

Department of the Environment, Climate and Communications

29-31 Adelaide Road

Dublin 2

D02 X285

We are committed to engaging with stakeholders in a clear, open and transparent manner. Any person or organisation can make a submission in relation to this consultation. All submissions and feedback will be considered before the final version of the Review is published.

Please note that responses to this consultation are subject to the provisions of the Freedom of Information Act 2014 (FOI), Access to Information on the Environment Regulations 2007-2018 (AIE) and the Data Protection Act 2018.

Please also note that we intend to publish the contents of all submissions received to our consultations on our website. We will redact personal data prior to publication. In responding to this consultation, parties should clearly indicate where their responses contain personal information, commercially sensitive information or confidential information which they would not wish to be released under FOI, AIE or otherwise published.

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Industry Submissions

Group/Organisation Submissions

Individual Submissions