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Energy Costs
Stories related to heating and electricity costs
Electricity prices halved on recent windy days
Electricity prices expected to rise in the weeks ahead due to Iran conflict but the roll-out of Irish wind and solar farms has slowed
Building offshore wind farms could reduce Irish energy bills, as has happened in the UK
British energy bills are significantly lower on average than here, due largely to its offshore wind sector, the largest in Europe
Ireland’s energy crisis cannot be blamed solely on the war in Iran
Ireland failed to match European investment in renewables and infrastructure
‘We’ve lost a few crops in recent years, like iceberg lettuce. There is just one grower left’
Rising energy and wage bills, labour shortages and poor weather have put the squeeze on Irish vegetable growers
Iran accuses US of violating ceasefire after new attacks. Trump calls strikes a ‘love tap’
Israel and Lebanon to hold fresh talks but Iranian officials sceptical over Washington’s plan to end wider regional conflict
Only a lucky or well-informed few are benefiting from erratic US policies
Global Briefing: A constant stream of unpredictable Trump administration announcements is not cost-free
Ireland will import nuclear energy when interconnector with France opens, Taoiseach says
Opposition TDs say idea of the State developing nuclear power ‘crazy’ and a ‘distraction’ from soaring energy prices
PrepayPower are hiking their prices - will other energy suppliers soon follow suit?
Inside Business podcast with Ciarán Hancock
Irish electricity prices are highest in EU with households paying €480 above EU average per year
A dispersed population, a weakly connected grid, imported fossil fuels and the growth of data centres are all pushing up costs
Does Panda’s 97c monthly fuel surcharge add up?
Lack of transparency and regulation makes it impossible to assess value in household bins collection market
Keir Starmer could make a bold move on Brexit to avoid being pushed out of office
Pressure on the UK prime minister is set to rise this week
How does a politician conclude a big truck needs three times more public money than a pensioner?
We have a political economy in which the only currency is the decibel
World stocks gain as oil prices climb amid new Gulf proposals
Week ahead packed with earnings and economic data
Ireland’s moment of truth in the energy crisis is fast approaching
Whether to spend big to ease rising household electricity and gas bills is Government’s next big test
Panda Waste set to introduce monthly ‘fuel surcharge’ of 97 cent
Move could presage similar charges across the economy
Top tips to make your household finances go further amid soaring energy prices
Batch cooking with own-brand labels remains a good option when times are tight
Oil prices hit wartime high as Iran vows to keep control of Hormuz strait
New supreme leader says Iranians will defend their nuclear capabilities as a ‘national asset’
Hegseth ‘dangerously exaggerated’ US military triumph in Iran, senior Democrat claims
Shouts of ‘war criminal’ and ‘despicable’ from protesters heard during defence secretary’s opening statement
McDonald accuses Government of allocating ‘sweet feck all’ to households in electricity arrears
Sinn Féin leader tells Dáil number of households affected ‘has shot up again’, with 316,838 behind in February
Inflation remains steady; Conor Pope’s energy saving tips
Inside Business podcast with Ciarán Hancock
Fuel protests: what next for the farmers?
In an IT Explains video, Caroline O’Doherty examines the future implications for the farming sector in the wake of the fuel protests.
Value of fuel sales jumps 7.7% in March as energy price inflation hits
Retail sales volumes up 1.6% over 12 months, says CSO
Irish inflation remains at 3.6% in April despite soaring energy prices
Energy prices are estimated to have climbed by 15.5% over the year and by 2.6% in the month
Carbery adds €3m to rainy-day fund for suppliers amid milk price volatility
Co-op-owned group behind Dubliner cheese expects challenging year ahead
Taoiseach rejects call for mini-budget as Sinn Féin calls for USC cut and energy credits
Labour claims Government playing ‘whack-a-mole’ with ad hoc measures in response to political pressure
Irish wholesale electricity prices climb 19% in March, new CSO figures show
Energy price levels remain slightly lower than 2025 but Iran war expected to accelerate inflation
Irish consumer confidence falls to lowest level since December 2022
All elements of sentiment focussed on household finances notably weak in April, while largest monthly decline was outlook for jobs
Energy price rises will squeeze incomes but won’t trigger recession, says Bank of Ireland
Lender slashes growth forecast for the Irish economy as conflict enters third month
Higher fertiliser and fuel costs could halve Irish dairy farm margins this year
Agricultural land prices poised for modest growth in 2026, due to low levels of supply
Energy crisis: Simon Harris floats one-off payments for heat pumps and efficient cars
Tánaiste doubles down on transition from fossil fuels despite pressure over carbon tax
The cost of running a home in Ireland: from one cup of tea to a 10-minute shower
Knowing how much it costs to heat the livingroom or have a cup of tea can help keep your spending in check
Could Ireland face a period of worker discontent after the fuel protests?
Package for sectors hit by high diesel costs noted by some who believe militant response is needed in relation to rising cost of living
Plans for ‘more permanent relief’ on high energy costs including using fuel allowance, Taoiseach says
Government will look at structural reforms that could bring down prices, says Micheál Martin
Energy providers launch guide to help homes cut costs
Shifting electricity use away from peak hours can help households reduce costs, Electricity Association says
Redistribution of jet fuel among EU member states under consideration
Commission proposes cutting energy taxes in response to crisis driven by Iran war
Fuel costs: NI consumers could face ‘tsunami’ of high energy prices if Iran warn drags on
Committee told £100 voucher scheme for home heating oil ‘isn’t going to cut it’ with ‘very difficult’ winter ahead
Trump says he will extend ceasefire with Iran and continue blockade
Donald Trump says US will resume attacks on Iran if deal is not struck with Tehran soon
Energy regulator expected to be called before Oireachtas committee over ‘price gouging’ investigation
CRU yet to report after Minister asked agency to review failure of wholesale companies to pass on 72% price drop
The simple text message that helped France cut its electricity usage by 10%
Energy shocks are deeply uncomfortable, but they force structural changes
Iran gives positive signal on taking part in peace talks ahead of ceasefire deadline
Tehran had said US is ‘not serious’ about negotiations
Home heating costs; US military aircraft in Irish airspace; and prison overcrowding
Early Edition podcast: Monday’s top stories from The Irish Times
EU countries urged to consider ‘energy voucher’ schemes to ease household bills
European Commission to recommend temporary ban on energy disconnections
Energy poverty: ‘I am basically on the breadline. I never have the heating on’
Nothing in the Government’s €505m fuel support package announced after protests will benefit Susan Power and her family
Martin to carry on as FF leader into next elections and ‘fulfil my mandate’
Fuel support package ‘not permanent answer’, Martin says of energy crisis at annual 1916 commemoration event
Electricity bills could increase by up to 9% with gas even higher, Minister says
Minister for Energy says no concerns among airlines of flight cancellations because no disruption foreseen in jet fuel supplies
Let’s review the value the Government gives people for all the extra tax it takes
It seems ‘temporary’ doesn’t mean the same thing always
The Strait of Hormuz is back ‘open’. Does this mean fuel crisis is over?
Mixed signals suggest there may be no quick return to the pre-war status quo
Unions threaten industrial action as they accuse Government of prioritising business
Workers’ living standards squeezed, Ictu chief says, with Coalition listening to ‘those who shout the loudest’
Pace of events in Irish politics over the past chaotic week has been dizzying to say the least
Elsewhere in the world, a summer of travel disruption may be looming if oil supplies remain blocked by the Iran war
Grim warning on gas prices, Taoiseach under pressure, and broke Floyd Mayweather
Early Edition with Aideen Finnegan: Why does Ireland have the most expensive electricity prices?
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