Grid Development

EirGrid believes it is necessary to take this case to protect the interests of everyone, including the electricity consumer. The case will be heard in the Commercial Court and no date has been set as yet.

02 March 2009 - EirGrid is seeking a judicial review of Monaghan County Council�s decision to severely restrict the placing of transmission lines in the county.

EirGrid Statement On PB Power Report-Cavan Post

A study conducted by independent experts has confirmed overhead power lines are the
cheapest and most secure option for the planned power lines in the north east.

A STUDY conducted by independent experts has confirmed overhead power lines are the cheapest and most secure option for the planned power lines in the north east.

This is a non-technical summary of the Parsons Brinckerhoff
(PB Power) Comparison of High Voltage Transmission Options
Report (the Report).

This report seeks to establish the feasibility of alternative underground technologies by making technical, environmental and cost comparisons between them and the proposed OHL Project.

The aim of this study was to determine the numbers and distribution of Whooper Swans within a study
area that includes the route corridor options for the proposed Cavan to Tyrone 400kV overhead
powerline. This study is ongoing to coincide with the season when Whooper Swans are present in
Ireland and will continue until April 2009 which forms part of Wintering Survey Period 2.

A0 110kV Lines General Outline Drawing For Planning Application Tower Type 149E, 12, 15 & 18 Metre Towers (0-90deg) Earthwire AT SCALE 1:100

ESBI A3 CAD drawing showing 110kV Braced Wood Pole Set elevation and plan view at 1:100