Transforming the power system for future generations.
We’re developing our vision and plans for the future, and we want to hear from you.
As Northern Ireland’s Transmission System Operator, we have embarked on an extensive programme of engagement to develop our new multi-year Strategy and regulatory funding submission.
As we enter this new, exciting phase on our journey to support Northern Ireland’s renewable energy and green growth ambitions, we want to understand your priorities for our future direction and plans.
Following a significant programme of engagement in recent months, we are delighted to launch our draft Strategy 2025-2032 for consulutation.
Whether you are in a local community, industry or another partner organisation, we want to hear from you.
Share your views by Friday 8 November 2024.
As Northern Ireland’s Transmission System Operator, we understand that we can only achieve this once-in-a-generation energy transition by working together. To meet our collective renewable energy ambitions, we recognise the importance of deepening collaboration and engagement across all areas of our work.
That is why we have published our first public Stakeholder Engagement Strategy 2024-2026 and our first Annual Action Plan.
Stakeholder Engagement Strategy 2024-26
Transforming the power system for future generations.
We are SONI – the electricity System Operator for Northern Ireland. Our 2020 - 25 strategy is shaped by climate change and the transition of the electricity sector to low-carbon, renewable energy.
We have a unique role to play in leading the radical transformation that is required. Our strategy sums up our response to these challenges. It consists of a set of key goals, underpinned by our purpose:
Transform the power system for future generations
This strategy is shaped by climate change and the impending transformation of the electricity sector.
The context of climate change is well understood, and beyond scientific doubt. The only question now is how fast society can respond to limit the damage, and so protect our planet for current and future generations.
The transition to low-carbon and renewable energy will have widespread consequences. There will be major changes in how electricity is generated, and in how it is bought, sold, and used.
The electricity system will carry more power than ever before and most of that power will be from renewable sources. Coal, peat and oil-based generation will be phased out in the next decade. And while this happens, new technology will allow electricity users to generate and store power, and return any surplus to the grid. This creates opportunities for all.