EirGrid, the operator and developer of the Ireland’s electricity grid, will host public information sessions with its dedicated mobile information unit in Bunmahon and Tramore this April surrounding its Powering Up Offshore – South Coast project.
Powering Up Offshore – South Coast is EirGrid’s programme to build the new transmission grid infrastructure needed to bring the power generated by offshore windfarms on the south coast into our national grid.
Tonn Nua is the name of the first Area being connected into the grid within the larger Powering Up Offshore – South Coast Programme.
This will help deliver approximately 900 megawatts of additional electricity, enough to power almost one million homes and support us in meeting our climate goals.
These information events, part of EirGrid’s continued community engagement, will provide local communities, stakeholders and interested parties with the latest updates on the proposed project, including project timelines, survey activities, community forums and opportunities for feedback.
Speaking in advance of the mobile information unit events EirGrid’s Head of Public Engagement Sinéad Dooley said: “We believe the Powering Up Offshore – South Coast project represents a tremendous opportunity for Ireland, in meeting climate targets, securing our electricity supply and creating lasting economic benefits for local communities.
“We invite everyone to come along, meet our team, ask questions about the infrastructure works that will take place off the south coast, and about EirGrid’s role in connecting clean renewable energy to the national grid. It is imperative that we hear from local communities, so our projects are reflective of the needs and priorities of people in the local area.
“While there will be further opportunities to engage on this programme later this year, we would encourage people to attend these public information events so they can meet the team and ask any questions they may have at this stage.”
For more information about Powering Up Offshore – South Coast visit www.eirgrid.ie/offshore
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