Mr. Nicholas Tarrant:

Storage projects, like any generators, are not something ESB Networks own. Storage has grown considerably in the past couple of years. That has been achieved through contracts or options overseen by EirGrid when it comes to transmission. In conjunction with CRU, we are currently exploring whether there is a role for large-scale storage projects on the distribution network. We have been out to consultation, and are due to go out to public consultation again, on the potential role of large-scale storage projects on the distribution network. We would be connecting them and seeking their services but we would not own and operate them.