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South East Technological University (SETU) and ESB Networks Training were pleased to announce a new collaboration aimed at enhancing the energy sector in Ireland. The collaboration will create learning opportunities, foster innovation, and strengthen industry-academic partnerships in the sector. The collaboration leverages the outstanding strengths and expertise of each partner that will benefit the wider community. This initiative builds on the unique strengths and expertise of both organisations. SETU's Extended Campus, based within the Faculty of Engineering and Built Environment, began preliminary consultations with ESB Networks Training in August 2024. These discussions have since led to the formation of a dedicated steering group tasked with guiding the partnership. The group's focus is on delivering key outcomes in education, skills development, instructor upskilling, and technological innovation within the energy industry. The collaboration was officially launched this week at the ESB Networks Training Centre in Portlaoise. Speaking at the event, Dr Frances Hardiman, Head (Carlow) of the Faculty of Engineering and Built Environment, said, "This partnership with ESB Networks Training represents a significant step forward in bridging the gap between academia and industry. By working together, we are not only enhancing learning opportunities but also driving innovation in the energy sector." Anne Meaney, SETU's Head of Extended Campus, added, "Our upskilling programme will be tailored to enhance the teaching and learning skills of ESB Networks instructors, fostering a culture of teaching excellence within the organisation. Alongside this will be the creation of a strong community of practice, to facilitate knowledge-sharing and collaboration. It will be comprised from a network of electrical lecturing staff from SETU, and instructors and subject matter experts from ESB Networks' Training Centre." Keith Kavanagh, Senior Manager, Technical Training and Development at ESB Networks, stated: "At ESB Networks, we are committed to fostering a highly skilled workforce equipped to meet the evolving demands of the energy industry. Our collaboration with SETU will enable us to share expertise, develop cutting-edge training programmes, and ultimately benefit the entire sector." The partnership highlights the shared commitment of SETU and ESB Networks to skills development, education, and technological progress. This ensures a sustainable and innovative future for the energy sector. The partnership will explore new methods of technology-enhanced learning, including blended delivery models and virtual reality applications. One of the steering group's initial priorities is to focus on the development of an SETU-accredited training programme in Electrical Network Operations. Learners enrolled on this programme will be formally registered as SETU students. Upon successful completion, this programme will pave the way for a broader suite of validated training opportunities. Access to vital infrastructure, including high-voltage substations, will provide learners from both organisations with invaluable, hands-on experience in real-world environments - ensuring Ireland's energy workforce is prepared for the challenges and opportunities of the future.

ESB Networks has announced the launch of its new 'Weather Watch' Schools Programme aimed at supporting Junior Cycle and Transition Year Geography students to explore the links between weather patterns and renewable energy sources. Nearly 8,100 secondary school students across 90 schools nationwide are taking part in the programme and have received a free weather station from ESB Networks to encourage learning about energy, electricity, and the impact weather has on renewable electricity generation. The programme encourages conversations beyond the classroom, helping students bring energy awareness into their homes. By creating discussions about energy use, the initiative encourages participation in ESB Networks' "Is This a Good Time?" programme. This initiative supports tips about electricity consumption, helping people to make informed decisions about their electricity use, such as shifting electricity use away from peak times (5-7 pm) or to times when there is surplus renewable energy available on the network. Through the use of outdoor weather stations and supporting learning materials, the programme links classroom theory with real-world applications. Each weather station comes with a digital display directly linked to the station, allowing students to gather learnings from within the classroom. The lessons teach students how weather like wind or solar, impacts renewable energy in practice - and how this can be used to help make more informed decisions on energy usage. Additionally, the weather station is linked to ESBNetworks.ie/weatherwatch, enabling each participating school to share their learnings. Key features of the Weather Watch Schools Programme include: Hands-on learning: Weather stations are provided to all participating schools, giving students direct access to the science behind renewable energy generation. Skills development: Students will develop and use critical thinking, data analysis and problem-solving skills. Broaden sustainability knowledge: Students are provided the opportunity to broaden their understanding of sustainable practices in their everyday lives. Cross-curricular applications: The programme brings together knowledge from geography, math, and environmental studies. Lindsay Sharpe, Strategy and Customer Manager at ESB Networks, said: "The ESB Networks Weather Watch schools programme is a pivotal initiative that empowers the next generation with the knowledge and skills to understand the critical role of electricity and weather in our daily lives. By engaging students in meaningful conversations and practical activities, we aim to foster a deeper understanding of renewable energy and its impact on electricity consumption. This programme not only educates but also inspires students to take proactive steps towards a sustainable future. The programme provides a new avenue to educate young people about energy and environmental efficiency allowing for interesting and active learning to take place." Claire Phelan, Geography Teacher at Patrician Secondary School Cork, whose students are partaking in the programme, added: "ESB Networks' Weather Watch Schools Programme has encouraged our students to think more deeply about the connections between weather conditions, climate conditions, and the link in generating renewable energy sources. Students are using their knowledge from this programme to become energy ambassadors at home." For more information, visit ESB Networks' Weather Watch | Sustainability Education.

President of the ICMSA Denis Drennan says farmers will be ‘moving to high alert’ following reports that ESB Networks are seeking more powers in relation to land use and access following the mass outages caused by trees falling on power lines during Storm Éowyn.

Jerry spoke to the director general of Engineers Ireland Damien Owens. He gave his response to Government’s plans to increase the resilience of the electricity grid – including bringing in laws to give ESB Networks greater control over privately-owned lands with electricity lines. Engineers Ireland has also warned that failure to address the shortage of engineers threatens future prosperity.

Siobhán Wynne, Regional Manager with ESB Networks discusses the how they are mobilising all available resources to restore power to its remaining 25,000 customers.

We're a week on from Storm, but plenty of people around Clare are still dealing with its impact. As we know from the messages we receive here at Morning Focus, there are homes around the county that are still without electricity and water. ESB Networks had anticipated that power would be restored to the vast majority of Clare customers by tonight. For an update, Alan Morrissey was joined by ESB Clare Area Technical Manager, Michael Samin. Photo (c) Clare FM

Following Storm Éowyn there are still around 108,000 customers across the country without power. This has raised questions as to how prepared we are for events of this nature, and whether more could be done to increase the resilience of the network. Nicholas Tarrant, Managing Director of ESB Networks is in studio.

Jerry spoke to Sean Scannell, ESB Networks area manager for Kerry, who gave an update as to the number of customers in Kerry still without power this morning. If you’re without electricity and have not yet contacted ESB Networks, Sean Scannell is urging you to call them on 1800 372 999 to report the fault. You should also have your MPRN number to hand.

Céard é an scéal i déanaí ó thaobh Bhord Soláthar an Leictreachas agus an obair athchoirithe tar éis na stoirme.

Nationwide reaction as the aftermath of Storm Éowyn's impact continues to be felt. Including comment from Siobhan Wynne, Regional Director of ESB Networks. Matt Foley is a tomato grower in Rush county Dublin and Padraig Fahy is an organic vegetable grower in Balilnasloe in county Galway, and they detail how they have been affected.

ESB Networks hopes to have power restored to all of Kerry by Friday. Jerry spoke to Jim Hernan, regional manager for the South West for ESB Networks, and to Sean Kelly, ESB Networks area manager for Limerick.

ESB Networks update for Cork 27 January 2025 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We discuss how the retendering process for the Cork Event Centre may take up to 12 to 18 months - This time the question is coming from Cork North Central Labour deputy Eoghan KennyWe raise awareness on Tinnitus - the Cork Deaf association join us this morning Concern over Data cables that may run from the Atlantic into beaches between Clonakilty and Rosscarbery - this is a proposal from Amazon but many living locally are fearful the damage it may do to bio-diversity and the region itself which is a big tourist area Following 2 storms so many still remain without electricity across Cork and the South West so we'll be joined by ESB Networks who are out doing the best they can to restore power in those affected areasAnneliese joins us with Nutritional advice Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Storm Éowyn - Jim Hernan of ESB Networks on Electricity outages Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

An historic storm set to hit our shores tonight what will it mean for your electricity, transport and flights? Pat discuss all with Graeme McQueen, Head of Media Relations, DAA, Siobhan Wynne Regional Manager with ESB Networks and also Jeremy Ryan Director of Public Transport Services National Transport Authority.

Cllr Fionnán Fitzgerald spoke to Jerry about his motion at Kerry County Council’s monthly meeting yesterday. He wants the council to ask ESB Networks to outline the causes for recent outages in the county.

Ed Hunt from ESB Networks speaks to Eithne Dodd as the cold snap continues while Joe Caulfield catches up with Liam Fitzgerald, owner of Wild Encounters and Matthew Martin, Forecaster with Met Éireann, gives an update on weather conditions and what to expect in the coming days.

Jerry spoke to Sean Kelly, ESB Networks area manager for Limerick. The Brosna area is served by the supply line from West Limerick. To report a fault, call ESB Networks on 1800 372 999.

Margaret Attridge, Asset Operations Manager with Irish Water gives an update and Siobhan Wynn, Regional Manager with ESB Networks gives a picture of the current status of supplies.

This morning, the village and wider area remained without power and water. Treasa received an update from Uisce Éireann as to when it hoped to restore water. Jerry also spoke to Lisa Cox, who lives in Brosna; she feels they are living in a forgotten village. After this interview, ESB Networks contacted the show to say that some homes in the area may not have power restored until Friday. Up to 40 fallen trees in Brosna, particularly in Mount Eagle, have caused the outage and have contributed to the length of time it's taking to restore electricity.

Heavy snowfall has covered much of the county and a snow-ice warning remains in place. Jerry spoke to Pádraig Corkey, senior executive officer, corporate affairs with Kerry County Council and to Sean Scannell, area manager with ESB Networks.

Jerry spoke to Joe McCarthy of Digital Rights Ireland about electricity providers refusing to release smart meter data to households.

Three Ireland has announced it has reached over 3 million 'Internet of Things' (IoT) connections in Ireland. This milestone represents the latest step in the operator's position as an IoT leader, with over 75% market share for IoT. IoT technology helps to connect and optimise systems for businesses. In 2023, Three provided 600,000 connections in the Irish market. Three Ireland's IoT customers span a variety of sectors including manufacturing, agriculture, energy and motoring. The benefits of IoT are wide-ranging and the use cases for IoT are endless whether it is for a small, medium or large business. At Three, we encourage customers to challenge us to design tailored IoT solutions to meet their needs. For example, Three has partnered with ESB Networks on the nation-wide rollout of smart meters, with over 1.8 million meters underpinned by Three's network, installed so far, helping to build a more sustainable Ireland by encouraging more energy efficient living. Three's IoT has also been deployed successfully across the retail sector with the operator connecting retail point of sale devices and providing robust Wide Area Networking backup for retailers all over Ireland. Three Ireland's IoT solutions also range from providing life-saving connectivity for lifebuoys in Dublin, to ensuring temperature and transit conditions are maintained for important pharmaceutical drugs. Karl Mc Dermott, Head of 3Connected Solutions comments: "This important milestone demonstrates Three's position as the IoT leader in Ireland. IoT continues to evolve and we continue to invest in our products and our solutions that are locally developed and supported here in Ireland. We look forward to building on our support through technology and connectivity to businesses of all sizes and in various sectors including energy, medicine, transportation and security." See more stories here.

EnergyCloud work to create solutions to divert surplus renewable energy - which would otherwise be wasted - to Irish homes, with a primary focus on those in fuel poverty. Derek Roddy is co-founder and CEO of climote, a home energy management company. He is a manufacturing and process engineer who represented Ireland in the World Skill Olympics. He developed a strong interest in the challenges of global warming. climote was established to provide technology solutions that manage energy consumption and allow users to transition from fossil fuel to zero carbon renewable energy. climote partners with ESB Networks, SSE, Scottish Power, and Power NI to deliver low-cost de-carbonization technologies to millions of homes. Prior to climote, Derek was co-founder of Smarthomes, Ireland's largest home technology company. A serial entrepreneur, he is passionate about social enterprise and building teams that can help make a real difference to people's lives. He chats with Susanne Rogers about the work of Energycloud, the solutions to energy poverty it provides and how to scale up.    

This week, Darren discusses the sheep trade, Aidan examines the dairy market and Martin compares TAMS reference costs with actual fencing expenses. Aidan also speaks with Michael Murray from ESB Networks about temporary electricity supplies. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week, we hear of record price paid for weanlings, the number of farmers withdrawing from ACRES and the opening of the new €50/calf suckler scheme. This podcast is supported by ESB Networks. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ireland's electricity grid recorded spikes in demand during some of the summer's biggest sporting events, data from the transmission system operator EirGrid shows. Last month's All-Ireland football and hurling finals both saw increases of around 80 Megawatts (MW) in electricity demand at points during the GAA showpiece events. The biggest increase during both games was seen at half time, with demand rising again by 70 MW after the end of the first 70 minutes during Clare and Cork's pulsating encounter in the hurling final. A further spike of 60 MW was seen shortly following the trophy presentation in the Armagh Galway football final. Peak electricity demand on both Sundays stood at between 3650 MW - 3750 MW, with usage rising noticeably during brief time windows corresponding with stoppages in play during the games as other appliances such as kettles are switched on. A further spike of around 80 MW was seen shortly after full time in the European Championships football final between Spain and England. Other major events which did not feature defined breaks and which took place over either a shorter timespan, such as Olympic races involving Ireland's swimming medallists Mona McSharry and Daniel Wiffen, or over a longer period such as the Olympics opening ceremony did not reflect the same defined spikes in activity. EirGrid operates and manages Ireland's high-voltage transmission system, with electricity then taken from the transmission system and supplied to properties including homes and businesses through the distribution system, operated by ESB Networks. Latest provisional data published by EirGrid today shows that 28.7% of electricity used in Ireland during the month of July came from renewable sources. The amount of electricity generated from grid-scale solar reached another new peak of 118 GWh (Gigawatt hours) across the month, meeting 4.5% of electricity demand, up from the previous record of just over 100 GWh in June. July also saw a number of new peaks recorded for grid-scale solar activity for a one-minute period, with a series of records set and subsequently broken between the 25th (663 MW) and 31st (733 MW) of July. Gigawatt hours (GWh) values reflect energy usage over a longer period of time, while Megawatt (MW) values reflect point-in-time peaks. More than 21.5% of all electricity used in July came from wind farms, with a total generation of 569 GWh for the month. The remainder of the 28.7% renewables total came from a range of other sources, including hydropower and biomass. Overall electricity system demand stood at 2,647 GWh for July. Gas generation accounted for 44.6% of all electricity used over the month, with 20% being imported via interconnection, 5.5% coming from coal, and the remaining 1% from other sources. EirGrid is responsible for leading Ireland's transition to a low carbon future so that 80% of electricity can come from renewables by 2030, as set out in Government targets. Diarmaid Gillespie, Director of System Operations at EirGrid, said: "Solar power had another strong month on the electricity grid in July, and this trend will be of increasing importance over the coming years so that we can rely on a reasonably steady supply of renewables at different times of the year."

This week, we talk to Adam about his Italian guests at Tullamore Farm and his conversation with Michael Murray from ESB Networks. Martin updates us on the store lamb market and Aidan discusses the lack of support for the dairy sector. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week, we chat to Adam who's reviewing the Tullamore Farm Open Day, to Darren about the ACRES changes and Aidan on the Nitrates Action Plan by An Taisce. We also talk about farm safety with Michael Murray from ESB Networks. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcoming over 24,000 students across 300 secondary schools through its doors last year, WorldSkills Ireland returns this September to promote skills and apprenticeship careers and opportunities for young people as they navigate future options following secondary education. A Government and Industry led event, WorldSkills Ireland 2024 is taking place from the 25th - 27th September 2024 at the RDS, Simmonscourt, and will build upon the success of previous events, when thousands of visitors, including students and their parents, gathered to see first-hand the wealth of career options available. Announcing the return of the event, Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science Patrick O'Donovan was joined by past WorldSkills Ireland competitors. Minister O'Donovan comments: "Once again, WorldSkills Ireland will celebrate the best of Irish skills opportunities, with competitors from up to 30 disciplines showcasing the best of their skills and professions. It is a brilliant opportunity for young people from all over the country to explore the variety of skills-based career paths available to them, from traditional fields, like construction and mechanics, to newer areas, such as financial services, green skills and retrofitting. I hear consistent messages from employers in areas of skills demand, so it's great to see events like WorldSkills returning, benefitting both students and employers from across Ireland." Running concurrently with Higher Options, both events aim to raise the profile and recognition of skills and apprenticeships, preparing the talent of today for the careers of the future. Supported by industry partners, SISK, Construction Industry Federation, ESB Networks, Bus Eireann, Dublin Bus and Autodesk, the event is a partnership between enterprise, industry, education, training, and government. Commenting on the broader impact of the event, Ray English, WorldSkills Ireland-Chair/Technical Delegate, adds: "The skills shortage is one of the major challenges across all sectors today. Simply put, we need more skilled people across multiple sectors, and this event reflects the collective support from education, industry, and government. "Skills drive the future, and WorldSkills Ireland 2024 will be a true showcase of the 'best in class' across many different disciplines, offering young people a wealth of options as they transition from secondary education into the workforce." Plans are underway for the 2024 event, and it's been confirmed that the National Skills finals will be taking place at the event showcasing more than 30 varied skills in a competitive setting. WorldSkills Ireland 2024 is set to inspire the next generation of skilled young people to follow their passions, interests, and talents. For further information on WorldSkills Ireland, please see www.worldskillsireland.ie or follow WorldSkills Ireland on social media.

This week we talk to Siobhan on the tillage sector's impact on livestock farms, Darren about the latest twist in the ACRES payment and Aidan talks to us on milk prices. Aidan also talks to Michael Murray from ESB Networks on Farm Safety. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sinead Dooley, EirGrid’s head of public engagement, spoke to Jerry about the EirGrid Citizens’ Roadshow in the Brehon Hotel, Killarney tomorrow, Wednesday, from 6:30pm. ESB Networks and Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland (SEAI) are also taking part in the free event. It’ll include information on retrofitting grants and business supports.

This week we talked to Adam Woods on the beef price slide, Darren Carty on crucial BISS details and Aidan Brennan on nitrates across Europe. We also hear from Michael Murray from ESB Networks on farm safety Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today on the show - Gavan Reilly brings us details of & reaction to the latest changes in legislation to the immigration system, ESB Networks appeal to political parties to think before erecting campaign posters on electrical poles and Barry Cowen joins us to discuss the "Triple Lock" Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today, ESB Networks has announced that it has 1,000 MW (one Giga Watt) of electricity storage connected to Ireland's network. This figure includes 731.5 MW of battery storage projects and 292 MW from Turlough Hill pumped storage power station - which is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year. Energy storage facilities are connected across the grid, to both the Transmission and Distribution systems, managed by EirGrid and ESB Networks. One Giga Watt of energy storage is enough to power the equivalent of approximately 450,000 homes for one hour, typically during peaks in demand or when frequency support is needed at times of low levels of renewable generation. For context, the peak demand on Ireland's electricity system is approximately 5.5 GW. Electricity storage systems such as utility-scale battery projects also provide essential backup services to the grid that help to keep the electricity supply secure, reduce carbon emissions and ultimately reduce costs to the consumer. With a strong pipeline of further energy storage projects, Ireland's electricity system is becoming more flexible and agile, facilitating the greater integration of cheaper renewable wind and solar power necessary to decarbonise the electricity system and meet Ireland's climate targets. Eamon Ryan TD, Minister for the Environment, Climate and Communications, said: "Ireland is on a journey that will see us reduce our reliance on imported fossil fuels in the move to cleaner sources of energy. Energy storage, like the large-scale battery projects we are seeing emerge across the country combined with the technology at sites like ESB's Turlough Hill, will be crucial to providing more affordable, sustainable electricity and ensuring security of supply. 1 GW is an incredible milestone but the growth in energy storage projects simply must continue for the benefit of all across society and the wider economy to allow us to effectively balance our new, homegrown supply of clean electricity." Nicholas Tarrant, Managing Director of ESB Networks, commented on the importance of this on the country's journey to net zero: "This really is a significant milestone for us at ESB Networks and our partners involved in connecting one Giga Watt of energy storage to Ireland's electricity network. The figure includes sites like ESB's Turlough Hill hydroelectric station, but what we have seen in recent years is a major push by the wider industry to deliver large-scale battery energy storage projects that we have been able to support through network connections. As this will no doubt continue, we at ESB Networks are proud to be playing our part in helping to deliver the infrastructure required on the journey to a net zero future where clean sources of electricity backed by flexible storage options will be the cornerstone of a cleaner electricity system for Ireland." Bobby Smith, Head of Energy Storage Ireland, remarked: "Energy storage is a key enabler of our clean energy future, and this achievement is a big step on that journey. Our members are delivering the energy storage projects alongside ESB Networks that are needed to reduce the use of fossil fuels and drive down energy prices while ensuring a secure, stable electricity system. The energy storage industry is ready to help deliver on Ireland's net-zero ambitions."

Brian Tapley from ESB Networks and Margaret Attridge from Uisce Éireann give an update on the impact that Storm Jocelyn has had on the utilities.

Joanna Donnelly, Meteorologist with Met Éireann, Bryan Cannon, Director of Roads and Transportation with Donegal County Council, and Brian Tapley, ESB Networks, on Storm Jocelyn which is expected to hit Ireland later today.

Joe is joined by Robert Grimes from ESB Networks to receive further updates regarding power outages in the Limerick area following Storm Isha. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Brian Tapley, ESB Networks has the latest on power outages across the country in the wake of Storm Isha.

We get the latest on the effects of the current stormy conditions from Brian Tapley of ESB Networks; Bryan Cannon, Director of Roads and Transportation with Donegal County Council; and Rachel Lowe Senior Engineer Galway County Council.

Joe is joined by Robert Grimes from ESB Networks to receive an update regarding Storm Isha. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

According to ESB Networks, woodpecker-damaged electricity poles have emerged as an issue in parts of Ireland's, particularly in the southeast of the country.We discuss this novel issue, the ways in which it might be tackled and how Irish authorities can learn lessons about how to cope with woodpeckers from their counterparts in other countries.

Brian Tapley, Regional Manager with ESB Networks, and Gerry O'Malley, Galway's Chief Fire Officer, on the damage that has been caused by Storm Debi.

Weather and travel update from Met Éireann, ESB Networks, Iarnród Éireann and more.

This week, Darren talks about the upcoming sheep breeding season, Aidan on bloat issues, Siobhan on the new forage crop rules and Phelim on positivity in the beef trade. We also hear from ESB Networks about safety around electrical cables.

This week, Adam Woods talks suckler numbers, Darren Carty on when to let the rams out and Siobhán Walsh on catch crops and gives a harvest update. Adam also talks to Michael Murray from ESB Networks about Farm Safety Week.

This week, we talk to Adam on selling bulls, Darren on the impact of Islamic festivals on lamb prices and Aidan on the new national genotyping programme. Adam also chats to Michael Murray from ESB Networks on the possible dangers during the silage season.

This week we chat to Adam on breeding in Tullamore Farm, Darren on what is going to happen with wool and Aidan on the breeding season in dairy. Adam also chats to Michael Murray from ESB Networks on safety during harvest season.

We talk with Adam, Darren, Aidan and Siobhan on the mixed weather conditions and its effects on housing stock, fertiliser and sowing crops. We also chat to Michael Murray from ESB Networks, who explains what to do around fallen electricity wires.

As 2022 draws to a close, ESB Networks can confirm that it has connected 23 large-scale renewable generator projects to Ireland's electricity network with total green energy capacity of 688 MW, breaking all previous renewable connection records. This is enough to power approximately 350,000 homes, the equivalent of the population of County Cork. This comes following the energisation this week of the 95 MW Gillinstown Solar Farm in County Meath, bringing a total of almost 5,400 MW of renewable generation connected to Ireland's transmission and distribution systems. In addition, some 79 MW across four battery storage projects were connected this year. Ireland now boasts almost 800 MW of energy storage, which helps the stabilise the network during times of low renewable generation. ESB Networks Managing Director Nicholas Tarrant says: “The connection of almost 700MW of clean energy this year is a significant collective achievement for ESB Networks, the renewables community and for Ireland. It represents a 15 percent increase in renewable generation year-on-year and it is testament to ESB Networks' continued investment and innovation in the development of a safe, resilient and flexible electricity network. Nicholas continues: “Ireland is a world leader in the integration of intermittent renewables on its electricity system, with wind comprising almost half of electricity generation for October and November. The Climate Action Plan and ESB's Net Zero by 2040 strategy commits to an acceleration in renewables connections in the next decade as we seek to deliver on our climate targets as we transition to a greener, brighter future.” Furthermore, ESB Networks is on track to connect approximately 34,000 new homes across Ireland by the end of 2022. With new houses and apartments increasingly all-electric, these connections will also facilitate the expansion in the use of clean electricity for heating and transport A new ‘Networks for Net Zero' business strategy – setting out how ESB Networks will deliver the electricity network for Ireland's clean, electric future – will launch in January 2023. See more stories here. More about Irish Tech News Irish Tech News are Ireland's No. 1 Online Tech Publication and often Ireland's No.1 Tech Podcast too. You can find hundreds of fantastic previous episodes and subscribe using whatever platform you like via our Anchor.fm page here: If you'd like to be featured in an upcoming Podcast email us at Simon@IrishTechNews.ie now to discuss. Irish Tech News have a range of services available to help promote your business. Why not drop us a line at Info@IrishTechNews.ie now to find out more about how we can help you reach our audience. You can also find and follow us on Twitter, LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and Snapchat.

We hear about a new scheme introduced to combat the pressure on our electricity supply, particularly at peak times. Joining Pat to explain the scheme is Ellen Diskin, Head of NNLC at ESB Networks.

This week we talk replacement suckler heifers, ACRES opening up and feed options for dairy farmers getting all the rain. We also talk to Michael Murray from ESB Networks on how best to manage a new generator.

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On CorkToday with Patricia Messinger ---- A concrete levy introduced in the budget will only drive up the cost of homes say the Construction Federation of Ireland who join Patricia tomorrow. Anger at ESB Networks decision to cut power to Bantry today as many businesses say they are forced to close Discussing a new pilot project which will see patients across the North Cork Region taken to Mallow General Hospital first by ambulance rather than Cork City A&E's Our Garda File Pet advice with Jane Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

ESB is to recruit 1,000 people over the next three years to support the delivery of its ambitious Driven to Make a Difference: Net Zero by 2040 strategy. As part of its transformative drive to deliver the infrastructure, services and associated customer-focused solutions required to achieve net-zero emissions, ESB is seeking to enhance its existing talent pool through recruitment across a range of technical and specialist skills including finance, IT, HR, engineering, customer service and qualified electricians. More than 300 graduates, apprentices and trainees will be recruited over the next three years as part of the recruitment drive, cementing ESB's commitment to investing in career development and on building a future talent pipeline. Minister for the Environment, Climate and Communications, Eamon Ryan TD, said: “This is a critical time for Ireland's energy landscape, as we work together to achieve the targets set out in the Climate Action Plan. I welcome ESB's announcement today, setting out a plan to actively recruit people with the range of skills needed to support its own ambition to achieve net-zero by 2040. Together with the 8,000 people already employed at the organisation, these new recruits will play a key role in creating a clean energy future for us all.” ESB will recruit across a range of positions including marine geologists, cyber specialists, project management, network planning, commercial analysts, customer service and qualified electricians with most of the jobs located in Ireland. Paddy Hayes, Chief Executive of ESB, said: “Today is another positive step in the delivery of our Net Zero by 2040 strategy as we launch our campaign to recruit 1,000 people within the next three years. ESB has always encouraged and supported progressive thinkers and innovators who are committed to making a difference. When you work with ESB, you join a dedicated, inclusive and innovative team focused on powering Ireland's transition to a net-zero carbon future. Today, we are making a call for talented and driven individuals to join us as we work together to make a difference by delivering a net-zero energy future for the customers and communities we serve.” ESB Group employs approximately 8,000 people across its diverse range of businesses including ESB Networks, Electric Ireland, ESB International, ESB Telecoms, NIE Networks, Generation and Trading, ecars and ESB's Smart Energy Services. This job announcement follows the recent ESB Networks' annual Apprentice Recruitment Campaign which will see up to 96 electrical apprentices start later this year, with the prestigious ESB Graduate Programme also commencing in September 2022. The roles will be advertised on www.esb.ie/careers where all interested applicants are invited to register their interest for future opportunities. More about Irish Tech News Irish Tech News are Ireland's No. 1 Online Tech Publication and often Ireland's No.1 Tech Podcast too. You can find hundreds of fantastic previous episodes and subscribe using whatever platform you like via our Anchor.fm page here: If you'd like to be featured in an upcoming Podcast email us at Simon@IrishTechNews.ie now to discuss. Irish Tech News have a range of services available to help promote your business. Why not drop us a line at Info@IrishTechNews.ie now to find out more about how we can help you reach our audience. You can also find and follow us on Twitter, LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and Snapchat.

On this week's show, we talk lessons for the suckler sector following a margin collapse in the pig industry, what's happening butter fats on dairy farm food and we ask is it a year to castrate lambs or not? We also talk to Michael Murray from ESB Networks on safety around electricity in rural Ireland.

On this week's we talk beef prices taking another lift with Adam Woods, another boom in milk prices with Aidan Brennan and completing the most important job of the year with Darren Carty . We also talk to Michael Murray from ESPN Networks on the 24 hour helpline for those that want help from ESB Networks and Sean McMann from Grassland AGRO on why knowing our silage yield is crucially important.

Households nationwide are currently getting to grips with their new smart electricity meter, with more than 750,000 having already been installed by ESB Networks in homes across the country. Smart meters are the next generation of electricity meter and are designed to help households be more energy efficient. But what exactly is a smart meter and how do they work? What types of energy tariffs can people sign up to? And how can households use their new smart meters to save money on their bills? We spoke to Susan Whyte, Smart Metering Programme Manager at Electric Ireland, about everything you need to know, from activating your new meter to getting signed up to the right tariff.

In this week's show we talk clover and flat pricing, ANC stocking rates, feed options for livestock and about the risk and dangers on farm with Christy Doherty of AXA and Michael Murray of ESB Networks.

Fergal Egan is Dingle Project Manager for ESB Networks.

80 year old Charles, who lives in South Donegal, wants answers from ESB Networks as to why his electricity bill has shown a huge increase since the installation of his smart meter and whether the two are connected. Charles' bill increased from €133 to €237 since the changeover

Concern has been raised at the content of leaflets being dropped into homes in the Sligo Town area in relation to ESB smart meters. ESB Networks say the claims that smart meters are dangerous and that personal data is being used is completely untrue and damaging

Brian Tapley of ESB Networks outlins how their crews are repairing damage from the overnight wind.

Liz Coleman, Meteorologist with Met Éireann, Brian Tapley, ESB Networks, Joe Mag Raollaigh and Marian O'Flaherty on the effects of Storm Eunice across the country.

Brian Tapley of ESB Networks says 80,000 electricity customers are without power this lunchtime & crews are working to restore services

A number of Limerick homes are still without power because of Storm Barra. Joe chats to Declan Sheehan ESB Mid West, Central Technical Services Manager at ESB Networks for the latest update. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Joe chats to Declan Sheehan , Central Technical Services Manager at ESB Networks and Kieran Lehane from Limerick city and county council about the effects of Storm Barra See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

We get the latest from Brian Tapley of ESB Networks.

Paschal Sheehy, Southern Editor, reports on ESB Networks' work on designing a low-carbon electricity network for the future.

On this week's show, we talk suckler replacements with Adam Woods, the budget with Darren Carty and dairy cull cows with Aidan Brennan. We talk to Peter Hamm on his journey into dairy and Darren speaks to Michael Murray from ESB Networks.

In today's show, we are joined by Elaine Robinson, Analytics Manager at the ESB and Kieran McCorry, National Technology Officer at Microsoft Ireland. In today's discussion, we will hear how AI and cloud technology are being used to help with the rollout of the National SMART meters across Ireland. Topics include: An overview of the goals and objectives of the SMART project How the ESB Networks have used AI technology and Azure Cloud Platform as an enabler to increase the rollout success of SMART Metering The benefits of evidence-based decision making, agility, and examples of other AI applications across the Public Sector The Future of the Smart Grid

Ian talks us through his experience on the ESB Grad program as an engineer, moving to Bahrain the Middle East to work and live for 6 months on an ESB project, and how to get into these cool jobs in energy - probably the most important industry in the world right now!

Derek Hynes, Operations Manager with ESB Networks, Christopher O'Sullivan, F.F. TD Cork South West, Brian O'Connell reports from Skibbereen, Laura Tully, Fit Farmers, Roscommon

Derek Hynes from ESB Networks returns to outline what damage has been done to the electricity service from Storm Ellen.

Derek Hynes from ESB Networks outlines what damage has been done to the electricity service from Storm Ellen.

With silage cutting season underway, farmers and silage contractors are being reminded of the serious dangers of working on a farm with already eight farm fatalities having occurred already this year. Also, ESB Networks is reminding farmers and silage contractors of the serious risks associated with working near electricity wires. Joe is chatting to Arthur Byrne, ESB’s Public Safety Manager and Angela Hogan, who lost her husband in a farm accident and Hannah Quinn Mulligan, News correspondent Irish Farmers Journal See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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Hi all, welcome to Episode 2 of the Ireland Chapter of the PMI Podcast. If it’s your first time here, thanks for tuning in. Go back and listen to EP1. If you’re returning, welcome back! I’m Rob O’Donohue and am the director for Member Communications for the Ireland Chapter. We launched in February and the show rocketed to the top of the iTunes Education Charts sitting at #3 for a few days. A great start and a sign that there is an interest in Podcasts about Project Management in Ireland. That’s great to see. If you enjoy the show, be sure to like, review, rate, share, tweet, post, and even talk about it to others. Also, I’m eager to interview you, the PMI Chapter Members, about your own Project Management careers. Get in touch! Before I introduce you to this month’s guest, a quick reminder that we’re looking to give the podcast a name. So please get in touch. My email is called out at the end of the show. So, this month, I talk with Adrian Cororan who is the IT officer for the Ireland Chapter. Enjoy the Q&A! Episode Two – Adrian Corcoran the IT Officer for the PMI Ireland Chapter. Adrian currently works in ESB Networks within the Programme PMO. Adrian talks about his role in the PMI Ireland Chapter, how he was initially drawn into project management. He talks about his involvement in the Ireland Chapter over the last number of years. The key objective for 2018 focusing. Area of most excitement in Project Management. Adrian’s key message to Project Managers in Ireland. How Adrian applies Project Management skills outside of his day job. I hope you enjoyed the show. Best, Rob

Hi all, welcome to Episode 2 of the Ireland Chapter of the PMI Podcast. If it’s your first time here, thanks for tuning in. Go back and listen to EP1. If you’re returning, welcome back! I’m Rob O’Donohue and am the director for Member Communications for the Ireland Chapter. We launched in February and the show rocketed to the top of the iTunes Education Charts sitting at #3 for a few days. A great start and a sign that there is an interest in Podcasts about Project Management in Ireland. That’s great to see. If you enjoy the show, be sure to like, review, rate, share, tweet, post, and even talk about it to others. Also, I’m eager to interview you, the PMI Chapter Members, about your own Project Management careers. Get in touch! Before I introduce you to this month’s guest, a quick reminder that we’re looking to give the podcast a name. So please get in touch. My email is called out at the end of the show. So, this month, I talk with Adrian Cororan who is the IT officer for the Ireland Chapter. Enjoy the Q&A! Episode Two – Adrian Corcoran the IT Officer for the PMI Ireland Chapter. Adrian currently works in ESB Networks within the Programme PMO. Adrian talks about his role in the PMI Ireland Chapter, how he was initially drawn into project management. He talks about his involvement in the Ireland Chapter over the last number of years. The key objective for 2018 focusing. Area of most excitement in Project Management. Adrian’s key message to Project Managers in Ireland. How Adrian applies Project Management skills outside of his day job. I hope you enjoyed the show. Best, Rob

Anthony Jordan speaks to Aoife Osborne (lecturer for farm health and safety at UCD), John McNamara (health and safety officer at Teagasc), Dermot Ruan (professional work experience co-ordinator at UCD) and Arthur Byrne (public safety manager at ESB Networks) about the importance of teaching agricultural science students about health and safety on the farm.

Anthony Jordan speaks to Aoife Osborne (lecturer for farm health and safety at UCD), John McNamara (health and safety officer at Teagasc), Dermot Ruan (professional work experience co-ordinator at UCD) and Arthur Byrne (public safety manager at ESB Networks) about the importance of teaching agricultural science students about health and safety on the farm.

This New Year marks the opening of election season – not only at the IFA, but also for the general election expected early this spring.Renua was the first party to present their manifesto to voters this week and they had a number of proposals for farmers. Irish Farmers Journal news journalist Odile Evans met two of Renua’s candidates.News correspondent Pat O'Toole discusses the expectations of rural voters with news editor Patrick Donohoe.One of your New Year’s resolution may well be to draw up a health plan for your herd. Let’s listen in as Cork-based Irish Farmers Journal contributor Tommy Moyles goes through the exercise wit his vet. In this week’s Irish Farmers Journal, we also go through the HSA’s annual report on fatal accidents at work. While the numbers showed an improvement in 2015, 18 people still lost their lives on Irish farms.At the end of last year, the Irish Farmers Journal and ESB Networks launched the Safe Family Farms campaign to help change the mentality that allows so many tragedies to take place. We received support from Kildare tillage farmer Michael O’Brien, who survived an accident 40 years ago and told his story to digital editor Thomas Hubert.And Irish Country Living journalist Mary Phelan met Sarah Kinsella, one of the few women to develop their career in the greyhound industry. She tells consumer editor Ciara Leahy what she discovered when interviewing Sarah Kinsella for this week’s edition.

This New Year marks the opening of election season – not only at the IFA, but also for the general election expected early this spring.Renua was the first party to present their manifesto to voters this week and they had a number of proposals for farmers. Irish Farmers Journal news journalist Odile Evans met two of Renua’s candidates.News correspondent Pat O'Toole discusses the expectations of rural voters with news editor Patrick Donohoe.One of your New Year’s resolution may well be to draw up a health plan for your herd. Let’s listen in as Cork-based Irish Farmers Journal contributor Tommy Moyles goes through the exercise wit his vet. In this week’s Irish Farmers Journal, we also go through the HSA’s annual report on fatal accidents at work. While the numbers showed an improvement in 2015, 18 people still lost their lives on Irish farms.At the end of last year, the Irish Farmers Journal and ESB Networks launched the Safe Family Farms campaign to help change the mentality that allows so many tragedies to take place. We received support from Kildare tillage farmer Michael O’Brien, who survived an accident 40 years ago and told his story to digital editor Thomas Hubert.And Irish Country Living journalist Mary Phelan met Sarah Kinsella, one of the few women to develop their career in the greyhound industry. She tells consumer editor Ciara Leahy what she discovered when interviewing Sarah Kinsella for this week’s edition.

On Wednesday, officials at the Department of Agriculture held a briefing to explain what they are doing to reduce our greenhouse gas emissions. One of the solutions for Ireland would be to expand forestry – an argument developed by minister of state Tom Hayes.Last week, the R&H Hall industry conference in Maynooth invited several international analysts to share their views on the immediate future for dairy and grain markets. Irish Farmers Journal Northern Ireland correspondent Peter McCann was there and he talked to some of the speakers.We have a great multimedia report at the moment on Farmersjournal.ie looking behind at the scenes at Ornua’s German business. Kerrygold is the leading butter brand in the country and Odile Evans visited their factory. She also went to a local supermarket with one of Ornua’s German marketing executives.Safe Family Farms is a joint campaign of the Irish Farmers Journal and ESB Networks, and the company's managing director Marguerite Sayers explains why her company joined the partnership. Northern Ireland editor David Wright met Lee Leachman, one of the first American breeders to believe in the development of the Stabiliser breed. Mary Phelan has an interview with Colin Connolly, the new rural crime prevention executive at the IFA, in this week’s Irish Country Living. She told digital editor Thomas Hubert about her meeting with Connolly, his plans to help rural communities fight crime and his career move away from An Garda Siochana.

On Wednesday, officials at the Department of Agriculture held a briefing to explain what they are doing to reduce our greenhouse gas emissions. One of the solutions for Ireland would be to expand forestry – an argument developed by minister of state Tom Hayes.Last week, the R&H Hall industry conference in Maynooth invited several international analysts to share their views on the immediate future for dairy and grain markets. Irish Farmers Journal Northern Ireland correspondent Peter McCann was there and he talked to some of the speakers.We have a great multimedia report at the moment on Farmersjournal.ie looking behind at the scenes at Ornua’s German business. Kerrygold is the leading butter brand in the country and Odile Evans visited their factory. She also went to a local supermarket with one of Ornua’s German marketing executives.Safe Family Farms is a joint campaign of the Irish Farmers Journal and ESB Networks, and the company's managing director Marguerite Sayers explains why her company joined the partnership. Northern Ireland editor David Wright met Lee Leachman, one of the first American breeders to believe in the development of the Stabiliser breed. Mary Phelan has an interview with Colin Connolly, the new rural crime prevention executive at the IFA, in this week’s Irish Country Living. She told digital editor Thomas Hubert about her meeting with Connolly, his plans to help rural communities fight crime and his career move away from An Garda Siochana.

The past few days have brought a lot of uncertainty for young farmers who are planning to pass the Green Cert before they receive payments from the Young Farmer Scheme or the National Reserve. It is now clear that they must at least start their course before the end of this year to benefit from the schemes. Patrick Donohoe and Amy Fitzgibbon from the Irish Farmers Journal news desk clarify the situation. Agriculture Minister Simon Coveney answers Irish Farmers Journal digital editor Thomas Hubert's questions at the launch of the Safe Family Farms campaign in partnership with ESB Networks. He also answers farmers' concerns about the high numbers still waiting on BPS and ANC payments.Beyond the shiny stands and the massive new tractors, Irish Farmers Journal machinery editor James Maloney speaks with Teagasc’s mechanisation specialist Dermot Forristal about the trends emerging from the Agritechnica show that will actually help farmers. Irish Farmers Journal markets specialist Phelim O'Neill interviewed Bord Bia CEO Aidan Cotter at the launch of the Origin Green progress report on the sustainability of participating food producers. Dr Ruairi Friel is the CEO of Galway-based West Way Health, a company selected for €50,000 of EU funding for the development of non-antibiotic therapy for the treatment of bovine mastitis. And this coming weekend, young farming women from the whole country will compete in Macra’s Queen of the land festival in Tullamore. Dublin contestant Paula Melvin shared her anticipation with Irish Country Living’s consumer editor Ciara Leahy.

The past few days have brought a lot of uncertainty for young farmers who are planning to pass the Green Cert before they receive payments from the Young Farmer Scheme or the National Reserve. It is now clear that they must at least start their course before the end of this year to benefit from the schemes. Patrick Donohoe and Amy Fitzgibbon from the Irish Farmers Journal news desk clarify the situation. Agriculture Minister Simon Coveney answers Irish Farmers Journal digital editor Thomas Hubert's questions at the launch of the Safe Family Farms campaign in partnership with ESB Networks. He also answers farmers' concerns about the high numbers still waiting on BPS and ANC payments.Beyond the shiny stands and the massive new tractors, Irish Farmers Journal machinery editor James Maloney speaks with Teagasc’s mechanisation specialist Dermot Forristal about the trends emerging from the Agritechnica show that will actually help farmers. Irish Farmers Journal markets specialist Phelim O'Neill interviewed Bord Bia CEO Aidan Cotter at the launch of the Origin Green progress report on the sustainability of participating food producers. Dr Ruairi Friel is the CEO of Galway-based West Way Health, a company selected for €50,000 of EU funding for the development of non-antibiotic therapy for the treatment of bovine mastitis. And this coming weekend, young farming women from the whole country will compete in Macra’s Queen of the land festival in Tullamore. Dublin contestant Paula Melvin shared her anticipation with Irish Country Living’s consumer editor Ciara Leahy.