European Commission approves €300 million Irish state aid scheme
The European Commission has sanctioned a €300 million Irish support programme designed to provide temporary electricity price relief for energy-intensive businesses, supporting Clean Industrial Deal objectives.
By Europa Express16 Jul 2026 · 09:00 CETUpdated 16 Jul 2026 · 09:00 CET
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Core Briefing: European Commission approves €300 million Irish state aid scheme
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The European Commission announced on 16 July 2026 that it has approved a €300 million state aid scheme for Ireland. The measure is intended to offer temporary relief on electricity costs to energy-intensive companies operating within the country.
According to the European Commission, the scheme aligns with the strategic objectives of the Clean Industrial Deal. The initiative is designed to support industries facing high energy costs while maintaining consistency with European Union competition rules.