Category: energy

Energy consumption in family homes is up between 11% and 20% as more people stay at home, according to a study from energy company Pinergy and property group Savills.  The new study highlights the impact that the latest Covid-19 restrictions are having on changing patterns of energy consumption in the home. The study found that […]

Energy costs bump US consumer inflation higher in March A jump in US fuel and electricity costs drove consumer prices higher in March but underlying trends still pointed to tame inflation pressures, according to government data released today. The fresh sign that inflation remains subdued – despite steady job creation and falling unemployment – will […]

Energy bills going up for 1 million customers Over 1 million energy customers will feel the impact of larger bills from today. Electric Ireland and PrePayPower are increasing their gas and electricity prices by 4% and 3.9% respectively, having frozen them over the winter months. The increase will add around €38 a year to the […]

Government pledges to generate 70% of electricity from renewable sources by 2030 The Government has pledged to generate 70% of the country’s electricity supply from renewable sources by 2030. The figure is up from the current target for the period, which stands at 55%. The commitment will form part of the new climate action plan […]