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EDF in talks to acquire UK supplier So Energy

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

France's EDF is in talks to acquire UK supplier So Energy, majority owned by Ireland's ESB. The deal would add around 300,000 customers to EDF's existing British base of 5 million.

Solmatix marks three years under independent ownership

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

Solmatix has marked three years since Neville Bell acquired the Crumlin firm from Harvey Group. Turnover has grown 91% to £12 million, with more than 750 renewable installations delivered.

Proxy advisers back DCC Energy's £5.73bn takeover

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

DCC Energy has won backing from proxy advisers ISS and Glass Lewis for its £5.73 billion takeover by KKR and Energy Capital Partners. Shareholders vote on the deal on 18 September.

Over Easy Solar completes first Irish installation

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

Norwegian vertical solar specialist Over Easy Solar has completed its first Irish installation in Dublin. The 5.37kW project pairs vertical panels with a green roof, delivered with Solar Precision and Sempergreen.

Katherine Valery joins judging panel for Business Energy Achievement Awards 2026

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

Katherine Valery, Senior Sustainability Engineer at Jacobs Engineering with twenty years of experience in carbon reduction, LEED certification, and sustainable design, brings rigorous technical expertise to the judging panel for the Business Energy Achievement Awards 2026. With a career spanning $150 million projects across Ireland and international markets, Valery adds a globally informed perspective to Ireland's leading energy excellence programme.

Europe’s Record Wind Year: Why the 30% Installation Surge Is a Commercial Signal Every Irish Business Energy Leader Should Act On

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

WindEurope reports 8.8GW of new wind capacity in H1 2026, up 30%, putting Europe on course for a record year and signalling a major commercial opportunity for Irish business energy leaders.

Shell acquires remaining stake in Tri Star Energy

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

UK energy major Shell has agreed to acquire the remaining stake in US retailer Tri Star Energy. The deal adds 320 fuel and convenience sites across Tennessee and nearby states to Shell's network.

UK retailers gain new market for plug-in solar panels

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

The UK government has legalised plug-in solar panels, opening a new retail market for household energy savings. Retailers including Amazon and B&Q have committed to stocking the products.

CES Power names leadership for Irish division

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

US temporary power firm CES Power has appointed founders of three acquired Irish businesses to lead its Irish division. John Galgey becomes managing director, with Barrett and Lawler leading operations and events.

Gas Networks Ireland connects second biomethane plant this month

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

Gas Networks Ireland has connected College Group's €30 million biomethane facility in Nobber, Co Meath. The plant converts food waste into renewable gas, powering the company's own vehicles and operations.

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