Major Energy Investment for North Dublin is Welcomed by Fingal Chamber

Fingal Chamber has welcomed Kilshane Energy’s €250 million investment in a new 300-megawatt flexible gas turbine power station in north Dublin — a project set to strengthen Ireland’s energy security and support Fingal’s rapidly growing economy.

The development, located on a 70-acre site zoned for heavy industry, has full planning approval and is due to begin construction later this year. When operational in 2028, it will provide back-up electricity during periods of peak demand or low renewable output, operating fewer than 100 hours a year. With direct access to the national gas and electricity grids and the T50 fibre network, the site is ideally positioned to serve as a vital component of Ireland’s energy infrastructure.

Anthony Cooney, Chief Executive of Fingal Chamber said:

“Reliable energy is the foundation of competitiveness. As Fingal continues to grow as Ireland’s fastest-developing region, investments like Kilshane are crucial to maintaining business continuity and investor confidence.”

He added:

“This project demonstrates confidence in Fingal as a hub for energy and enterprise. We support flexible generation that complements renewable power, provided it meets the highest environmental standards and delivers tangible local benefits.”

The Chamber noted that Ireland’s electricity demand is projected to rise by 40% by 2030, driven by population growth, housing delivery and the electrification of transport. Strategic projects like Kilshane, it said, will help secure energy supply while enabling Ireland’s transition to a low-carbon future.