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In Person Event

From targets to action Delivering Ireland's energy ambition

Wednesday 9th September 2026 | 10:00 am - 1:45 pm | The Clayton Hotel, Cork City

Events Energy 18 Aug 2026 published

This year's Energy Conference in Cork will explore the practical steps needed to deliver Ireland's energy ambition. It will examine the policy and regulatory frameworks needed to enable progress, as well as the investment and industry action required to turn ambition into delivery.

Wednesday 9 September | 10:00am – 1:45pm | The Clayton Hotel, Cork City

We are delighted to welcome Dan O’Brien, Chief Economist of the Institute of International and European Affairs (IIEA), as our keynote speaker. Dan will share his perspectives on the geopolitical and economic challenges facing Ireland’s energy sector, including infrastructure investment, energy security and the role of data centres in supporting future growth.

Panel discussions on shaping Ireland’s energy future

Panel 1: How can policy and regulation create the framework for industry to deliver?

  • Ann Doherty, Chief Executive Officer, Port of Cork Company
  • David Kelly, Chief Executive Officer, Gas Networks Ireland
  • Commissioner Fergal Mulligan, Chairperson, Commission for Regulation of Utilities
  • Siobhán O’Shea, Chief Infrastructure Officer, EirGrid

    This session will be moderated by Deirdre Nagle, Partner and Head of Planning & Environment, Mason Hayes & Curran

Panel 2: How can industry turn ambition into action?

  • Brian Rouse, SVP of Land Development, Krios
  • Lorna Devenney, Chief Financial Officer, BnM
  • Margaret Nee, Head of Grid, Wind & Solar, Statkraft Ireland
  • Paul O’Donnell, Partner, Schroders Greencoat LLP

    This session will be moderated by Keith Newman, Partner, Construction, Infrastructure and Utilities, Mason Hayes & Curran

Legal update: Material developments on grid connection policy and planning law

Rob McDwyer, Partner, in our Construction, Infrastructure & Utilities team and Elaine Keating, Senior Associate in our Planning & Environment team will provide an update on recent developments in grid connection policy and planning law, highlighting emerging trends and the key legal considerations for businesses operating in the sector.

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