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30th Anniversary Conference
Delivering Ireland’s energy transition in an uncertain world
The turbulent geopolitical upheaval of the last decade continues unabated. In 2026 the world order is rupturing. It is against this backdrop that Ireland is transitioning to a low carbon energy system. This year will be the 30th Energy Ireland and it will look back at the progress Ireland has made over the last 30 years in transforming its energy system and look for any lessons for the future.
In 2026, the war in Ukraine continues as Europe weans itself off cheap Russian gas; the US has withdrawn from its climate commitments and Europe continues to face energy security risks. The energy transition towards a zero carbon energy system has met strong headwinds with many challenges facing the delivery of energy infrastructure projects. The growth in renewable energy sources, mostly in electricity, continues and now requires significant investment in the grid. With the Renewable Heat Obligation, Ireland now has a fledgling biomethane sector with several projects underway.
Energy Ireland 2026 will look across the energy sector, covering all technologies and challenges facing it, including a fast growing economy; growing skills gaps and the rise of AI and data centre demand. The main focus will be on the implementation of policy, and regulation to underpin Ireland’s energy transition and the delivery of the pipeline of projects to make the transition a reality.
KEY THEMES FOR ENERGY IRELAND 2026
- Geopolitical context and impact on energy sector
- European energy policy developments
- Financing Ireland’s energy transition
- Electricity grid development
- Scaling renewable energy
- Developing Ireland’s offshore energy resources
- AI, data centres and energy
- Developing renewable gas projects
- Planning system and energy infrastructure delivery
- Developing a green hydrogen economy
- Looking towards an integrated energy system
- Sustainable heat and heat networks
- The role of energy users in the energy transition
Speakers confirmed so far:
Dr Caoimhe Archibald MLA
Minister for the Economy Northern Ireland
Cathal Marley
Chief Executive
EirGrid
Dave Kirwan
Managing Director
Bord Gáis Energy
Laura Brien
Chief Executive Officer
Maritime Area Regulatory Authority (MARA)
William Walsh
Chief Executive Officer
Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland
Denis O’Sullivan
Director of Development
Centrica Power
Niamh McGovern
Partner and Energy & Renewables Sector Lead
Arthur Cox
Brian Ó Gallachóir
Associate Vice President of Sustainability and Director
Sustainability Institute, University College Cork
John FitzGerald
Adjunct Professor
Department of Economics, TCD
Úna Nic Giolla Choille
Energy Ireland Conference Chair
Neil Walker
Director
Walker Energy Consulting
Full programme announced soon!
Feedback from past #EnergyIreland delegates
Delighted to present this morning @energyireland. We had a great discussion on i) how we accelerate the additional technologies, ii) how much it will cost, iii) who pays, iv) how do we move the discussion beyond one of electrification and v) how do we get the necessary governance in place. Thanks to @energyireland audience!
— @BOGallachoir
Great to be part of today's @energyireland Annual Conference. We’re leading Ireland’s ambition to deliver 1GW of new #offshorewind by 2025 and 5GW by 2030, helping to create a cleaner and more resilient economy that will support new local jobs and drive our green recovery.
— @sserenewables
Enjoyed the @energyireland conference over the last 2 days in @CrokeParkEvents. Fantastic to meet with others who are passionate about the power of #renewableenergy #energyireland
— @Solar21_
Ready for day 2 of #EnergyIreland. Great conference so far!
— @Greenlink_IC
A near full house at @energyireland conference at Croke Park today; lots to discuss - is Ireland on the cusp of a major advance in clean energy development? @TLT_LLP #energyireland #CleanEnergy
— @EnviroLaw_NI
Sponsorship and exhibition opportunities
Sponsorship & exhibition opportunities available
Join Ireland’s leading organisations in partnering with Energy Ireland 2026. An excellent way to showcase your organisation at Ireland’s major annual energy conference, there are a small number of high-profile sponsorship packages available. For further information on how your organisation can benefit, contact us directly on +353 (0)1 661 3755 or email jillian.mcfarlane@energyireland.ie
Exhibition is an excellent way to showcase your organisation, products and services at Ireland’s major annual energy conference. There are a small number of premium exhibition stands available providing a unique opportunity for face to face networking with a senior audience of key Irish energy players. For further information on how your organisation can benefit, contact us directly on +353 (0)1 661 3755 or email sam.tobin@energyireland.ie
How to register
Early-bird delegate fee
€795 + VAT
Delegate fee
€895 + VAT
Getting to the venue
The Energy Ireland Conference will take place at Croke Park, Drumcondra, Dublin. Please click the buttons below to access information on travel including public transport, car parking and nearby accommodation.
The Croke Park Hotel is offering a discounted room rate for delegates. To book, please contact the hotel via email on crokepark@doylecollection.com