Capacity
445 MW
Supplies
10% of Ireland's demand
Commissioning Date
2010
Whitegate Power Station is a major gas‑fired power plant owned by Bord Gáis Energy, located in County Cork, Ireland.
Commissioned in 2010, the station can generate up to 445 megawatts of electricity, making it capable of supplying around 10% of Ireland’s electricity demand at times. It uses natural gas to produce electricity efficiently and reliably, playing an important role in keeping the Irish power system secure, particularly during periods of high demand or when renewable generation is low.
Formal construction of Whitegate Power Station starts
Station commissioning achieved
Full construction completed
Commercial operations begin
Operational phase as a 445MW gas-fired power station supporting Ireland’s energy system
As Ireland’s energy system continues to evolve, Whitegate also provides vital flexible generation and is being explored as a potential site for future lower‑carbon technologies, supporting the country’s transition to a cleaner energy mix.
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