What is the current price of energy storage power in Ireland

In August 2025, the average price of electricity in Ireland per unit is 34.63c per kWh. This is based on a standard, 24hr urban rate comparing all providers with VAT included. Community Power has the cheapest unit rate per kWh at 28.80c including VAT. The average estimated electricity bill in Ireland is €1,817.12 including VAT and other charges.

Community Power has the cheapest unit rate per kWh at 28.80c including VAT. Flogas have the cheapest estimated annual bill at €1,248.86. The average electricity bill in Ireland is €1,817.12 for a 24hr urban standard meter. Electricity Prices, Ireland: How Much is a Unit of Electricity?

Ireland still has some of the most expensive electricity in the EU, but with the wholesale price of gas expected to fall this year, further price decreases may be on the horizon. When comparing unit prices, pay attention to: Any unit rate discounts or cashback offers for new customers.

As gas is the largest and the marginal fuel input to electricity generation in Ireland, the price of gas directly affects the price of electricity. However, the full volatility of international commodity gas prices is not reflected in domestic prices because infrastructure costs and levies remain the same, irrespective.

Ireland has committed to developing metrics of energy cost competitiveness as outlined in the Government's White Paper on Ireland's Transition to a Low Carbon Energy Future 2015-2030. We have developed average electricity and natural gas prices for business and households. These are based on the EU Electricity and Gas Price Regulation statistics.

Our network costs are similar to those of other Member States. The relatively high price of our electricity in Ireland is attributed to our dependence on imported fossil fuels, particularly gas, and the costs of generation and supply, although transmission and distribution costs have increased year on year with greater investment.