Cork powering the delivery of EirGrid’s new strategy

EirGrid launches its new Group Corporate Strategy 2026 in Cork, setting out how it will keep Ireland powered, enable growth, transform for clean energy and unlock offshore and interconnection

EirGrid representatives onboard the cable laying vessel Calypso

Ireland’s energy transition is gathering pace, and Cork is the setting for the launch of EirGrid Group’s new Corporate Strategy 2026. The strategy marks a significant new chapter for the organisation, setting out how EirGrid will deliver a secure, clean and affordable electricity system while supporting Ireland’s economic growth, regional development, competitiveness and transition to a low-carbon future.

At its core, the strategy has a clear purpose: to power up Ireland’s electricity grid for a clean energy future, balancing the need to operate today’s system while building the grid of tomorrow.