Dancing with the Stars judge to host FREE EirGrid Energy Citizens Roadshow in Newcastle

EirGrid, the operator and developer of the national electricity grid, is set to bring its Energy Citizens Roadshow to Newcastle next week.

Hosted by Brian Redmond, this free event will bring together experts from SEAI (Ireland’s national sustainable energy authority), ESB Networks and South Dublin County Council to provide information about home energy efficiency upgrades, retrofitting grants, community micro-generation schemes and initiatives to ensure a more sustainable future for Dublin South West and north east Kildare.

The event will also give members of the public from across the region the opportunity to speak with industry leaders, ask questions, and share their thoughts about how we can proactively move towards achieving our energy ambitions.

Alongside a panel of specialists, the roadshow will be run by Dublin local Brian Redmond, well-known radio broadcaster, and celebrated judge on RTÉ’s Dancing with the Stars, who will lead an in-depth panel discussion on Ireland’s energy future and facilitate questions from attendees.

The roadshow takes place on Monday, March 30 at St. Finian’s Community Hall Newcastle, close to the Dublin/Kildare border, with refreshments from 6pm.

There will be a panel discussion with an audience Questions & Answers session from 7pm to 8.30pm.

The roadshow event comes as EirGrid continues with its public consultation process on their ‘Kildare Dublin’ programme with communities in east Kildare and South Dublin and members of their project team will be there to answer questions and outline details about how they are proposing to strengthen the grid network across the area.

A host of local exhibitors will also be in attendance, showcasing the latest information about home renewable energy upgrades, heat pumps, and solar energy. 

Speaking ahead of the roadshow, Sinead Dooley, Head of Public Engagement with EirGrid said: “This event aims to give members of the public and businesses across the region the opportunity to hear about the efforts being made to support a sustainable economy and growing communities across the country, by developing and strengthening the electricity grid.

"Those who attend can also find out more about all the supports available at a local and national level, and I would encourage people to come in and meet us on the night.” 

Ms Dooley added: “We are also aware of people’s concerns regarding energy consumption and the need for savings, which is why we are pleased to have exhibitors from a range of organisations and community energy groups in attendance. We look forward to hearing from industry leaders, community representatives, and attendees to share knowledge in working towards achieving our energy goals.”

To register for this free event, visit eirgrid.ie/roadshows, or simply come along on the night.

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