Green energy can help Ireland get power back in our hands

Ireland's energy dependence on imported fossil fuels is a clear strategic vulnerability, warns Anna Conlan of Ireland Electrified
Electricity, particularly when generated from renewables, reduces exposure to global fuel markets, insulates economies from geopolitical shocks, and keeps more energy spending at home. 

Electricity, particularly when generated from renewables, reduces exposure to global fuel markets, insulates economies from geopolitical shocks, and keeps more energy spending at home. 

Fri, 15 May, 2026 - 06:55
Anna Conlan, Head of Ireland Electrified

The global energy system is under strain once again. Conflict in the Middle East has sent shockwaves through oil and gas markets, driving up prices and raising real concerns about supply disruption. For countries like Ireland, still heavily dependent on imported fossil fuels, energy dependence is a clear strategic vulnerability.

Anna Conlan, Head of Ireland Electrified.
Anna Conlan, Head of Ireland Electrified.

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