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10% rise in data centre consumption
Data centre consumption of metered electricity rose by 10% year on year to almost a quarter of total usage in Ireland last year, according to the Central Statistics Office.
Consumption by data centres increased by 10% from 6,973GWh in 2024 to 7,663GWh in 2025, with
consumption by all other users including residential and other business customers only climbing by 2% over the same period. Total residential consumption of electricity accounted for 28% of usage. Dr Grzegorz Głaczyński, Statistician in the Climate and Energy Division, said, “Data centre consumption has grown every single year without exception, more than doubling between 2015 and 2019 from 1,240GWh to 2,490GWh, and tripling again between 2019 and 2025, reaching 7,663GWh. “Parallel data on nationwide power usage indicates that data centres expanded their share of overall metered electricity from 5% in 2015 to 23% in 2025. For comparison, 2025 consumption stood at 18% for urban households and 9% for rural
Peter Curran Electrical Galway.
Wolseley Ireland acquires Peter Curran
Peter Curran Electric Limited (PCEL), a well-established electrical business headquartered in Galway, has been acquired by Wolseley Ireland. PCEL has built a strong reputation for service excellence, underpinned by its technical expertise, industry experience and long-standing customer relationships. The transaction brings PCEL into the Wolseley Ireland portfolio, which includes leading brands such as Heat Merchants, Tubs & Tiles, Hevac, TubeCo and Bassetts (Northern Ireland). PCEL will operate as a distinct business within the group, maintaining its
established identity and market focus while benefiting from Wolseley Ireland’s scale, resources and long-term strategic support. The entire PCEL team will remain in place, ensuring continuity for customers and partners. Mark Lohan, Group Managing Director of Wolseley Ireland, said, “PCEL is a highly-regarded business with a proven track record, and its strong capabilities align well with our strategic ambitions. We look forward to working closely with the team to build on their success and create new opportunities for growth.” www.curranelec.ie
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With young people across the UK receiving their GCSE, T Level and A Level results this summer, NAPIT is highlighting its support services for budding electricians. NAPIT Foundation offers free membership to students and apprentices considering an electrical apprenticeship or moving onto further education, giving young people access to expert technical guidance, educational resources, CPD and regular industry updates. This support is especially valuable in a year of significant Electrical sector targets school leavers
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industry change. Amendment 4 to BS 7671:2018, the IET Wiring Regulations, introduces important updates for electricians. NAPIT hosts monthly technical webinars led by industry experts, giving students and apprentices the chance to learn about current topics, ask questions and gain insight. A survey conducted by MoneySuperMarket among 3,600 degree-holders across 14 countries, meanwhile, found many UK students would swap their university degree for a trade if they could. Among those willing to retrain, electrical work was the most desirable trade, both globally and in the UK. www.napit.org.uk/join-us/students-and-colleges
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