Dublin is one of the counties where Bord Gáis Energy has started work on two new gas power plants with the ability to convert to hydrogen in future.
The firm and its parent company, Centrica plc, say they will provide 200MW of flexible gas fired power, which is enough for 100,000 homes all year round when complete in 2024. They have invested over €250m in the “innovative” projects, which they say “can be easily switched on and off as demand peaks”.
Clearance work has begun on the sites in Athlone, Co Roscommon and Profile Park in Grange Castle, Co Dublin with the full construction and design tender competitions underway. Dave Kirwan, Managing Director of Bord Gáis Energy, said: “We recognise the current difficulties facing consumers all across Ireland in relation to energy costs.
