{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"The Energy Canvas with Celtic Dynamics","title":"Irish Energy Market Volatility Explained","html":"","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":2617,"description":"One in four Irish businesses unknowingly pays 40-50% too much for energy by drifting out of contract—a costly mistake that energy broker Stephen King fixes daily. \nFrom the Ukraine-Russia conflict driving prices from 17 cents to 80 cents per kilowatt, to solar PV systems now delivering 2-3 year returns with grant funding, discover why Ireland's €96 million energy spenders could save millions through centralized procurement. \nStephen explains the hidden non-commodity costs consuming 55% of bills, why generation is the ultimate price protection, and his controversial view that future generations must innovate us out of environmental crisis.\n\nThings We Spoke AboutHow 20-25% of commercial customers pay 40-50% too much by staying out of contract. Why energy costs spiked from 16-17 cents to 75-80 cents per kilowatt during the Ukraine-Russia conflict.How solar PV systems now deliver 2-3 year ROI with 25-100% grant funding available.Why centralizing energy procurement for multi-site operators can reduce costs by 12-15%.How the Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland provides €2,000 free audit vouchers revealing typical 30-40% reduction opportunities\nGuest Details: \nStephen King is the CEO and founder of Energy Matters Ireland, a company dedicated to helping businesses across Ireland transition to cleaner, more efficient energy systems. With a Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Studies, Stephen combines academic knowledge with over a decade of practical experience in energy management, sustainability, and renewable technologies.\nEnergy Matters Ireland provides tailored solutions in energy procurement, solar energy, EV charging infrastructure, and sustainability consultancy. The company’s mission is to empower organisations to reduce their carbon footprint, lower energy costs, and contribute to Ireland’s transition toward a low‑carbon economy.\nThrough innovation, transparency, and results-driven strategies, Stephen has positioned Energy Matters Ireland as a trusted partner...","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/EE1DSzgh7QouiwkZWNnr3IlhW-pODOTZWHht2GpycDI/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9lNDJl/ZTlhYjcyNTI5Yjkx/NTk4MGRiZTA5OTYx/NTgwZi5wbmc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}