Are hybrid sites a good idea for Ireland's energy grid?

April 2025 This report by Cornwall Insight examines the potential for hybrid sites (i.e. energy storage co-located with wind or solar pv) on the island of Ireland and the benefits these can bring to the grid and to consumers through reduced curtailment of renewable energy, lower energy costs and avoided carbon emissions.

Which energy storage companies are working in Ireland?

Statkraft delivered the first energy storage project in Ireland with Fluence in 2020, at its Kilathmoy wind farm and the company has continued to have a strong presence in the Irish energy storage field since then. The company is also lining up another milestone project soon, with the country’s first four-hour duration energy storage system.

Will DS3 tariffs affect energy storage in Ireland?

While the energy storage pipeline in Ireland remains strong, it is unlikely to see a similar growth in built capacities until a few years from now. The potential cut-backs in DS3 tariffs may also pose risk in the development of this market.

Why should Ireland support energy storage?

By supporting energy storage Ireland can enable more renewable electricity on the grid, reduce our reliance on imported fossil fuels and our exposure to volatile gas commodity prices while significantly lowering our carbon emissions. November 2024

Is energy storage a game changer for Ireland & Northern Ireland?

May 2022 Baringa Partners show that energy storage is a game changer for Ireland and Northern Ireland’s renewable energy ambitions in terms of its ability to manage renewable oversupply, reduce CO2 emissions, provide low carbon capacity and reduce costs to consumers.

What is a hybrid solar and storage project?

The hybrid solar and storage category can either involve solar thermal or solar PV technologies connected behind-the-meter. All eligible projects must possess a planning permission for the construction of the plant. These will need to be decommissioned before the end of the RESS 5 support period.