Open Menu The Grid We have an ongoing need to develop the electricity transmission grid. This ensures a secure and reliable supply of electricity now, for the future, and for our children’s future. On this page, you can find out about current and recent projects for grid development. Home The Grid In your area We only plan new transmission infrastructure to keep the grid secure, and to prepare for future needs. On this page, you can find out about current and recent projects for grid development in your area. Use this to learn how local projects may affect you, and how to make your views known on these projects. FIND OUT MORE Celtic Interconnector North Connacht North-South 400kV Interconnection Development This project will increase the capacity and reliability of the connection between the two networks. This means they could operate as one system - which will deliver considerable changes for the better. Kildare-Meath Grid Upgrade Series Compensation Projects CP1029 CP1021 - East Meath to North Dublin Laois Kilkenny Cross Shannon Cable Project 400 kV submarine cable in the Shannon Estuary Lanesborough Substation LOAD MORE Have your say In the EirGrid Group, we have two core responsibilities. We manage the flow of power across the grid to meet daily needs, and we also plan for the future of the grid. This involves the maintenance, improvement and technological upgrade of our network. Improving and upgrading the grid is a significant task that often requires major infrastructure. These can include transmission stations, underground cables, or overhead lines carried by pylons. Before we develop or add to the grid, we work with those who our plans may affect. We aim to make grid development a consultative process. On each project, we want to engage with locals, community representatives and interest groups. Our goal is to find the best possible solution. Key to this is understanding your concerns and learning from your local knowledge. Every project has its own consultation process. We give you information to understand why there is a need for the project, and provide an opportunity for you to respond. Then, at each stage of our decisions, we tell you our thinking, and ask for your opinion. You have a real chance to shape our decisions, particularly if you respond early on. Finally, our projects are subject to the same planning laws as other major infrastructure. We want to hear from you. If there's a project near you that causes concern, find it here and see how your input can make a difference. HAVE YOUR SAY EirGrid Group We are a state-owned company that manages and operates the transmission grid across the island of Ireland. Our high-voltage network brings power from generators, and supplies wholesale energy to heavy users. Our grid also supplies the electricity distribution network. We are responsible for a safe, secure and reliable supply of electricity: now, and in the future. We forecast when and where Ireland and Northern Ireland needs electricity: hour-to-hour, day-to-day, and year-to-year. Twitter Facebook LinkedIn Youtube CONTACT Website Privacy Statement Cookie Policy Legal Accessibility Modern Slavery Act Publication Scheme Extranet Terms of Use Terms & Conditions Other Careers Safety Social Media Terms & Conditions Community Guidelines © EIRGRID PLC 2021 We use cookies on this website We use cookies for the best experience on our website, including social media features and to analyse traffic. By clicking accept you agree to our use of cookies. To alter the types of cookies we use click ‘Manage Settings’. Please view our cookie policy. ACCEPT ALL MANAGE COOKIES