What Energia does

Energia is an Irish retail energy supplier headquartered in Dublin, founded in 1999 and operating across the Republic of Ireland. The company supplies electricity, gas, and dual-fuel plans to Irish households and to over 60,000 business customers, offering a portfolio that includes smart-meter tariffs (Smart 24 Hour, Smart Data, Smart Day/Night, Smart Track dynamic, and EV-specific plans), standard fixed-rate plans, dual-fuel bundles, and ancillary services such as the Cosy Homes deep retrofit scheme with SEAI grants up to €35,000, Solar PV and battery storage installations, microgeneration export payments at 18.5c/kWh, and a Smart Home Store for EV chargers and energy devices. The technical backbone is a smart-meter infrastructure capturing half-hourly usage data, exposed through the Energy Online mobile app and an Energy Insights analytics feature that surfaces usage breakdowns, budgets, and appliance estimates.

The business is vertically integrated into renewable generation: Energia owns and operates 277MW of wind assets across 16 wind farms and purchases electricity from a further 1,274MW of renewable capacity under long-term PPAs, supplying roughly 20% of Ireland's total wind power and underwriting its 100% renewable electricity proposition. Revenue is generated primarily through per-kWh subscription pricing on supply contracts (with discounts of up to 30% for direct debit, online billing, and bundled plans), unit-based professional services (€135 boiler service), SEAI-funded retrofit programmes, and microgeneration export credits. The go-to-market is sales-led multi-channel, combining a self-service online switching portal (~4 minutes to switch), telephone sales and support, door-to-door field agents, and an e-commerce storefront.

Ownership transitioned in 2026 when French private equity firm Ardian acquired the business from I Squared Capital for approximately €2.5 billion — Ardian's first Irish acquisition — and appointed Gary McGann (former CEO of Smurfit Kappa and Aer Lingus) as Chairman. Operating geographies remain Ireland-only with 251-500 employees, and the company has built an extensive brand presence through official rugby partnerships with IRFU, Leinster Rugby, Connacht Rugby, and the Energia All-Ireland League, supporting a 4.3/5 TrustScore and over 2,500 five-star customer reviews.

Name

Energia

Legal name

Energia Customer Solutions Limited

Website

https://energia.ie

Company type

Private

Founded year

1999

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

251–500 employees

Short description

Energia is an Irish retail energy supplier serving households and over 60,000 business customers with electricity, gas, and dual-fuel plans, backed by 277MW of owned wind generation, smart-meter infrastructure, and adjacent home energy upgrade and EV charging services.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Retail Energy Supply

NAICS

Wind Electric Power Generation (221115), Electric Power Generation, Transmission and Distribution (2211)

SIC

Electric Services (4911)

akta.pro primary industry

Renewable Energy Asset Management (Solar/Wind/Hydro/Geothermal) (EUAEAMAB)

Keywords

• Electricity supply
• Gas supply
• Renewable energy
• Smart meter plans
• Home energy upgrades

Headquarters

HQ city

Dublin

HQ country

Ireland

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Operations, Infrastructure, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Electricity Supply: Residential and commercial electricity supply with unit-based pricing (cents per kWh), standing charges, PSO levy, and VAT. Revenue generated from consumption-based usage charges across various tariff plans including smart meter and standard options.
2. Gas Supply: Residential and commercial gas supply with unit rates and standing charges. Bills issued bi-monthly with options for direct debit, Level Pay spread payments, or Fast Pay credit top-ups.
3. Gas Boiler Service: 28-point gas boiler service offered at €135 for both Energia customers and non-customers. Professional services provided by RGII registered gas installers through partner Leinster Gas.
4. Home Energy Upgrades (Cosy Homes): Deep retrofit and home energy upgrade services including insulation, heat pumps, solar PV installation, and SEAI grant management. Grants of up to €35,000 per home available through SEAI.
5. Microgeneration Export Credits: Payments to customers for surplus electricity exported to the grid from solar PV and other microgeneration systems. Current rate of 18.5c/kWh credited bi-monthly on electricity bills.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Energia is an Irish energy supplier that provides electricity, gas, and dual fuel plans to residential households and businesses across the Republic of Ireland. It offers smart meter and standard tariff plans, EV-specific tariffs, home energy upgrades (including solar PV, insulation, and heat pumps through the Cosy Homes scheme), microgeneration export payments, and business energy efficiency services. The company owns and operates 277MW of renewable wind generation, supplying approximately 20% of Ireland's wind power.

Product overview

Energia is an Irish energy supplier offering a portfolio of electricity, gas, and dual-fuel plans for residential and business customers. The core product lineup consists of smart meter plans (Smart 24 Hour, Smart Data, Smart Day/Night, Smart Track dynamic tariffs, and EV-specific plans) alongside standard (non-smart) electricity and gas plans. Smart meter plans integrate with the Energy Online app and Energy Insights feature to provide half-hourly usage tracking, budget setting, and appliance-level consumption estimates. EV customers are served through dedicated EV Smart Drive and EV Smart Drive Plus plans with optimised overnight charging windows. The company extends its offering through home energy upgrades via the Cosy Homes Scheme (deep retrofits with SEAI grants), Solar PV panel installations with smart battery storage, and the Microgeneration Scheme paying 18.5c/kWh for exported surplus. Energia Rewards is a loyalty programme offering retail discounts. Business customers access Connect360 for real-time energy dashboards, Lighting Solutions for efficiency upgrades, and Commercial EV Charging infrastructure. The Energy Online mobile app (iOS/Android) serves as the primary digital channel for account management and smart meter insights.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Free-Kend Map: A curated weekend map offering free and low-cost events and activities across Ireland.
• Energia Rewards
• Energia Cosy Homes
• Smart Home Store

Products and services

• Smart 24 Hour A flat-rate smart meter electricity plan offering a single rate all day and night with real-time usage tracking for households without time-of-use constraints.
• Smart Data A 3-time-band smart meter electricity plan with differentiated day, night, and peak rates for customers who want detailed control over consumption patterns.
• Smart Day/Night A 2-time-band smart meter electricity plan with cheaper night rates, supporting grid stability by encouraging electricity use when renewables are more available.
• EV Smart Drive A 12-month EV-specific electricity contract offering 100% renewable electricity with a 4-hour overnight charging window (2am–6am) at a low rate, optimizing for cost and grid-friendliness.
• EV Smart Drive Plus A 12-month EV-specific electricity contract with 100% renewable electricity, offering more flexible overnight charging with a 4-hour window and low rates throughout the night.
• Smart Track A dynamic smart electricity plan providing access to half-hourly prices that update based on the wholesale electricity market, allowing customers to benefit from low market prices during off-peak times.
• Standard Electricity Plan A standard 24-hour rate electricity plan for homes without smart meters, offering online and direct debit discounts and 100% renewable electricity.
• Dual Fuel Plans Combined gas and electricity supply plans offering convenience of single supplier management and additional savings versus separate tariffs. Available in both smart meter and standard variants.
• Standard Gas Plan A fixed-rate 12-month gas supply contract with a 10% discount on the standard rate and no exit fees after the contract term.
• Cosy Homes Scheme A comprehensive deep retrofit programme offering end-to-end home energy upgrades including insulation, heat pumps, solar PV, and heating controls, with access to SEAI grants up to €35,000 per home.
• Solar PV Panel Installation Photovoltaic solar panel installation for homes that converts sunlight into electricity, reducing reliance on fossil fuels, including smart battery storage options and SEAI grants up to €1,800.
• Microgeneration Scheme (Clean Export Guarantee) A scheme paying customers 18.5c/kWh for surplus renewable electricity exported to the grid via the Clean Export Guarantee (CEG). Smart meters measure exports every 30 minutes, credited bi-monthly on bills.
• Home Charging Bundle A free home EV charging point (Ohme or Zappi) offered when signing up to an EV tariff through a car dealer, including smart charging capabilities that communicate with the grid.
• Gas Boiler Service A 28-point gas boiler safety and efficiency check service priced at €135, performed by RGII-registered installers, including 30-day warranty on service and combustion efficiency testing.
• Connect360 Business Energy Dashboard A business energy efficiency dashboard providing real-time insights to help businesses manage energy use and maximise efficiency as part of the commercial energy offering.
• Lighting Solutions Business energy efficiency upgrades for lighting systems, offering potential savings of up to 70% on lighting costs through LED and smart lighting installations.
• Business Energy Efficiency Grant A commercial energy grant programme offering up to 20% funding for energy-efficient upgrades, helping businesses reduce consumption and operational costs.
• Commercial EV Charging EV charging infrastructure solutions for businesses, enabling commercial properties to offer employee or customer EV charging with associated energy management features.
• Smart Meter Service Digital electricity meters that communicate remotely with suppliers, providing periodic data on energy usage every 30 minutes, enabling accurate billing, smart tariffs, and reduced costs through off-peak usage optimization.

Named customers6 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration1 record

AI capability3 records

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Nine partnerships are on record, tiered core, flagship and minor.

• Gary McGanncoreOthersFormer chief executive of Smurfit Kappa and Aer Lingus appointed as chairman following Ardian's acquisition. Brings extensive boardroom experience having previously chaired Flutter Entertainment and Aryzta. Will guide the energy company in its strategy to power the energy transition across Ireland.
• SEAI (Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership enabling SEAI grants of up to €35,000 for deep retrofit upgrades. Energia manages grant applications on behalf of customers, discounting grants upfront rather than requiring customers to pay first and claim back. Covers insulation, heat pumps, solar PV, and comprehensive home energy upgrades.
• IRFU (Irish Rugby Football Union)flagshipGTM or Marketing PartnerOfficial Energy Partner of Irish Rugby Football Union. Partnership includes sponsorship of Men's Rugby, Women's Rugby, and Rugby For All community programs. Includes exclusive Rugby Smart Plan offers with savings of €621 annually plus €100 cashback.
• Leinster RugbyflagshipGTM or Marketing PartnerOfficial Energy Partner of Leinster Rugby. Major sponsorship connecting Energia brand with one of Ireland's most successful provincial rugby teams.
• Connacht RugbycoreGTM or Marketing PartnerOfficial Energy Partner of Connacht Rugby. Sponsorship strengthening Energia's presence in the western region of Ireland.
• Energia All-Ireland LeaguecoreGTM or Marketing PartnerProud Sponsor of the Energia All-Ireland League (AIL), Ireland's premier amateur rugby competition. Naming rights sponsor providing extensive grassroots rugby coverage across multiple divisions.
• Leinster GascoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerService partner for Gas Boiler Servicing conducting 28-point safety checks. RGII registered gas installers ensuring compliance with Irish Standard and current Health & Safety regulations.
• Ohme and Zappi (EV Charger Brands)coreTechnology or IntegrationHome Charging Bundle offers free home charging points from Ohme or Zappi when customers sign up to EV tariffs through car dealers. Smart EV chargers connected to WiFi enable optimized charging scheduling.
• Sketchers, Lloyds Pharmacy, Easons, Choice Hotel GroupminorGTM or Marketing PartnerMajor retail and hospitality brands participating in Energia Rewards programme offering exclusive discounts to Energia customers on groceries, fashion, holidays, home appliances, technology, and event tickets.

Scale indicators9 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Emerging players

• Greencoat Capital: Leading European renewable energy infrastructure manager with substantial Irish wind exposure. Comparable on the renewable energy asset management and ownership side of Energia's vertically integrated model.
• Octopus Energy: Tech-led UK-based energy supplier expanding into Ireland with dynamic tariffs and smart meter propositions. Competes with Energia on digital experience, dynamic pricing, and EV/solar-friendly plans targeting engaged customer segments.

Direct peers

• Bord Gáis Energy: One of Ireland's largest domestic electricity and gas suppliers, owned by Centrica. Directly competes with Energia across residential, SME, and business segments with overlapping dual-fuel, smart meter, and renewable tariffs.
• Electric Ireland (ESB): Retail arm of state-owned ESB and the incumbent market leader in Irish residential and business electricity supply. Directly comparable product portfolio (electricity, gas, dual fuel, smart plans) with the largest installed customer base.
• Flogas: Irish energy supplier with strength in LPG and growing electricity/gas supply presence. Overlaps with Energia's residential gas and dual-fuel offerings and competes for SME and rural customers.
• SSE Airtricity: SSE's Irish retail energy supply business offering electricity, gas, and renewable tariffs. Direct competitor in residential and commercial energy supply, with comparable green energy positioning.

Broad incumbents

• Statkraft: Europe's largest generator of renewable energy and a significant PPA provider in Ireland. Comparable on the renewable generation asset side and PPA structuring, complementing retail supply operations.
• Iberdrola (via ScottishPower): Global renewable energy major with Irish renewable generation interests. Comparable as a broad incumbent pursuing integrated renewable generation and supply across European markets.
• EDF Energy (Ireland operations): Large European utility with selective Irish business customer operations. Comparable as a broad incumbent offering electricity supply and energy services to commercial customers across Europe.
• Centrica: Parent of Bord Gáis Energy and broader British Gas. A larger European utility incumbent with vertically integrated generation and retail supply, relevant as a comparable ownership/operating model for Energia.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/@EnergiaGroup/shorts
• Xx.com/EnergiaEnergy
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/energia

Compliance3 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles6 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds1 record

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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