Jo Aston

Part of EirGrid Plc, System Operator for Northern Ireland Ltd. is a licensed independent electricity transmission system operator responsible for a safe, secure, and reliable supply of electricity. Based in Belfast, UK, the company brings power from generators and supplies the electricity grid distribution network, powering homes, farms, and businesses. The British company's main focus is to make the grid stronger and flexible so it can carry more renewable energy. The company conducts comprehensive public consultations and publish roadmaps outlining their future plans. The company is responsible for forecasting when and where electricity is needed, hour-to-hour, day-to-day, and year-to-year. The company was founded in 2000, and the CEO is Mark Foley. In 2009, the company was acquired by EirGrid Plc from RA Bahrain BSC for $55.75 million.