Smith pointed out that Ireland's energy storage strategy, published in 2024, was “quite positive.” A lot of high-level plans and a technology agnostic outlook. “Unfortunately, we haven't seen a lot of progress on those actions which is a problem we are trying to address,” said Smith.
The framework emphasises that ESS are vital to supporting Ireland's transition to a renewable energy-led electricity grid. The framework highlights three core functions of electricity storage. Electricity storage systems 10 policy actions
Under the current Enduring Connection Policy (ECP), electricity storage projects need to secure planning permission before applying for a grid connection. The framework advocates for streamlining these processes to accelerate the deployment of storage projects and meet Ireland's climate goals.
Maintain a technology neutral approach to all electricity storage systems. Creation of a 'sandbox' project to advance both System Operators' technological knowledge of emerging electricity storage technologies. Convene an electricity storage and system services working group as part of the Accelerating Renewable Electricity Taskforce.
“The fundamentals for storage are really strong in Ireland, because we''re a relatively isolated system on the periphery of Europe. As we get to 2030 and Ireland starts building lots of
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