The Edge 2026
Eastgate Engineering was proud to attend The Edge 2026 Limerick, a key industry event focused on energy innovation, digital ecosystems, and sustainable infrastructure, held at the Castletroy Park Hotel on March 23rd, 2026.
As Ireland continues to strengthen its position as a leader in renewable energy development, events like The Edge 2026 play a critical role in connecting industry experts, policymakers, and investors shaping the future of offshore wind, hydrogen, and biomass energy.
David Brennan Speaks on Energy Ecosystem Development
Eastgate Engineering CEO David Brennan participated in Panel Discussion 1 – Energy Ecosystem Development: Energy Generation, contributing to an important conversation on Ireland’s energy transition and its role within the European Union.
The panel explored how Ireland’s upcoming EU Presidency can accelerate progress in clean energy deployment and strengthen collaboration across Europe.
Key discussion topics included:
- Scaling offshore wind energy in Ireland to meet growing demand
- Unlocking the potential of green hydrogen projects
- Integrating biomass solutions into a balanced energy mix
- Driving energy investment, policy alignment, and cross-border partnerships
- Supporting regional and national infrastructure for long-term sustainability
David shared insights from Eastgate Engineering’s experience in delivering complex engineering solutions, emphasising the importance of early-stage collaboration, efficient project delivery, and strong partnerships to enable large-scale renewable energy projects in Ireland and across the EU.
Ireland’s Offshore Wind
Following the panel discussion, The Edge 2026 also provided valuable networking opportunities within Ireland’s renewable energy sector. It allowed for reconnection with existing industry contacts involved in offshore wind development, while also building new relationships with professionals and organisations we had not previously engaged with. These conversations reinforced the strong momentum across the sector and the shared ambition to deliver high-quality, sustainable energy infrastructure.
As Ireland accelerates toward its climate targets, collaboration between engineering firms, developers, and policymakers will be key to delivering impactful results.
Key Takeaways
Events like The Edge 2026 highlight the importance of collaboration in shaping Ireland’s energy future. With continued alignment between industry and government, and increasing engagement at EU level, there is a clear pathway to accelerating clean energy development.
Eastgate Engineering remains committed to supporting this transition by providing engineering expertise, delivering complex projects, and contributing to the growth of Ireland’s renewable energy sector.
