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EPISODE · Jul 29, 2026 · 15 MIN

3: Why are my electricity bills so high right now?

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Wholesale energy prices have fallen, yet many Irish homes and businesses are still facing stubbornly high electricity bills. So what's really going on?  In this episode of The D-Brief, Deloitte Ireland's Chief Economist Kate English is joined by Economist Katherine Doyle to explore the hidden forces behind Ireland's energy costs, from global gas markets and grid investment to offshore wind, data centres and the weather itself.  It's a story that affects every household, every business and the future competitiveness of the Irish economy.  If you've ever looked at your energy bills and wondered 'why am I still paying so much?' this episode has the answers. 

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