The facility at Platin is due to begin operating in 2028
SSE has begun construction on a new power station in County Meath.
Platin Power Station, which represents an investment of up to €300 million from SSE, will be capable of running on natural gas or sustainable biofuels with the potential to convert to hydrogen in the future.
The 180MW Open Cycle Gas Turbine – due to become operational in 2028 – will provide vital flexible capacity to Ireland’s electricity system, backing up renewables in periods of low wind generation.
