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Energy in Ireland: guides, tips and news

Written for households in Ireland. Every article lists its sources and the date the facts were checked.

What is moving prices right now

News 7 min read ·

Irish energy price rises in 2026: what happened, and why

From Electric Ireland in July to Energia in October: the supplier increases, network charges, PSO levy cut and wholesale prices behind Irish bills in 2026.
Electric cars 8 min read ·

Charging an electric car at home in Ireland: costs, night rates and grants

Cost per 100 km on a night rate vs petrol, EV plans after the October increases, the €300 SEAI charger grant, the €3,500 car grant and public charging prices in 2026.
Prices 8 min read ·

Irish electricity and gas prices in 2027: what is set and what is not

Who sets each part of an Irish energy bill, what is already decided for 2027 (network charges, PSO levy, VAT, PR6), what is still open, and whether to fix now.
Solar 8 min read ·

Solar panels in Ireland 2026: SEAI grant, export rates and payback

The €1,800 SEAI solar grant, 0% VAT, what suppliers pay for exported power, planning rules, typical costs and what changed in 2025-2026 for Irish homes.
Switching 8 min read ·

How to switch electricity or gas supplier in Ireland

Switching in Ireland step by step: your MPRN and GPRN, the 14-day cooling-off, debt flags, exit fees, doorstep sales rules and CRU-accredited comparison sites.
Switching 6 min read ·

Is switching energy supplier safe in Ireland? What actually happens

What really happens when you switch electricity or gas supplier in Ireland: who does what, cooling-off, debt flags, doorstep sales rules and free help if it goes wrong.
Saving 8 min read ·

Cutting your electricity and gas bills in Ireland this winter

Night rates, smart and dynamic tariffs, the PSO levy cut, SEAI insulation grants, heating oil and switching: what actually lowers an Irish energy bill this winter.