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Caring for the environment

At ESB Networks, we are committed to caring for the environment and conducting our activities in an environmentally responsible way. At the same time, we play a vital role in contributing to the sustainable development of our country and economy.

We recognise that our operations have the potential to impact on the environment if not managed responsibly. We have, therefore, embedded the principles of Environmental Management into our business and proactively take all necessary measures to ensure we manage our environmental risks and minimise our impact on the environment. 

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Environmental management

ESB Networks operates an Environmental Management System (EMS) which is externally accredited to the ISO 14001 Standard. The EMS acts as a framework for ensuring the ESBN complies with its legislative and regulatory obligations, while also providing assurance that it is managing its environmental risks in a proactive and responsible way.

You can see a link below to our ESB Networks' ISO 14001 certificate.

Open ISO 14001 certificate
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Fluid filled cables

  • Like many international utilities, ESB Networks install underground cables in urban locations where it is not feasible to construct overhead lines.
  • Fluid filled cables were installed on ESB Networks distribution and transmission systems between 1950 and 1989.
  • ESB Networks plan to replace all fluid filled cables by 2035.
  • Replacement is prioritised based upon environmental risk for the circuit involved.
Learn more about fluid filled cables

AA screening determinations

In accordance with Regulations 42(7) of the European Communities (Birds and Natural Habitats) Regulations 2011, as amended, ESB, as a Public Authority, shall determine that an AA of a plan or project is not required where the plan or project is not directly connected with or necessary to the management of the site as a European Site and if it can be determined on the basis of objective scientific information following screening under this Regulation, that the plan or project, individually or in combination with other plans or projects, will not have a significant effect on a European Site. 

The following ESB Networks plans and projects have been Screened for AA and ESB Networks have determined that AA is not required:

2022
2021