Investors

ESB’s position as Ireland’s leading energy utility, its stable business profile and solid financial position ensures it is well positioned to meet the challenges that lie ahead and to continue to invest at the necessary scale and pace to deliver on its strategic commitment to be net zero by 2040. ESB has a strong balance sheet and liquidity position, and the maintenance of financial strength is key to support the investment required to deliver a net zero energy future.

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Sustainability

At ESB, we are making a stand for Ireland’s future, a future powered by clean and sustainable electricity. We are committed to leading the transition to a reliable, affordable, net zero energy future. A future that protects our customers and the economy by maintaining the security and affordability of energy.

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Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

Our Commitment

"At ESB, we are committed to building and sustaining a diverse workforce with a culture of inclusion, equity and belonging. Maintaining an environment where people can be themselves, thrive and feel connected to our purpose is essential to delivering Net Zero by 2040," Paddy Hayes, Chief Executive of ESB

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Our Strategic Objectives

We want to build and sustain an increasingly diverse workforce and agile culture of inclusion and belonging, so that together we can make a difference and deliver a brighter net zero future for all. Our commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion is inherently linked with our values of Caring, Courageous, Driven and Trusted.  You can find more information on our values here.

We offer a range of supports for all our employees including bespoke career development opportunities such as 'Pathways to Success' initiative targeted at women, mentoring, coaching, well-being offerings, volunteering opportunities, smart working commitment and programmes including 'Managing Successful Parenting Transitions' for all parents.

At ESB, we celebrate diversity within our workforce and know that we thrive as an organisation when everyone feels valued and respected. We are proud of our progress made to date and remain committed to sustaining a workplace where diversity is our strength.

Zoe DeverellDiversity Equity & Inclusion Manager

Our Employee Resource Groups

Our four Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) are voluntary, employee-led groups of individuals with a shared lived experience or demographic, and their allies. Our ERGs champion the voice of our employees, build visibility, provide community and drive our DEI Strategy within ESB. Each group has a lead and co-lead and is championed by an executive sponsor.

Gender

LGBT+

Disability and Access

Cultural Diversity and Ethnicity

External Awards, Accreditation and Partners

We are proud to partner with a diverse group of external partner organisations. Our partners continually support and guide us in our efforts to building and sustaining a diverse workforce founded on a culture of inclusion, equity, tolerance, and belonging.