A large crowd at the EirGrid Energy Citizens Roadshow event in Salthill, Galway, has heard future-proofing the electricity grid will support regional development and help achieve Ireland’s climate action ambitions.
EirGrid, the operator and developer of the electricity grid, held the energy information event to discuss the future of energy in Galway.Those in attendance at the Salthill Hotel also learned of Galway County Council’s efforts to ensure a transition to a climate resilient and environmentally sustainable county, while SEAI outlined how people can access energy upgrade supports.
ESB Networks explained how smart metering can help people manage their energy consumption. EirGrid’s Derek Carroll outlined plans to prepare Ireland’s electricity grid to carry 17GW (gigawatts ) more renewable electricity by 2030, triple 2020 levels.
Speaking about the event, Sinead Dooley, EirGrid’s Head of Public Engagement said: “The large audience who took the time to come along to this event despite weather conditions, shows the appetite for information when it comes to energy.”
