ESB

Since our establishment in 1927, we have been characterised by a commitment to drive society forward and deliver a brighter future for the customers and communities we serve. This strong sense of purpose is reflected in our unwavering commitment to tackling society's biggest challenges, enhancing people's lives and creating new opportunities for individuals and communities to thrive. We are working to deliver a new energy future based on reliable, affordable, zero carbon electricity. We are building on the work we have done for over a century to transform lives and enable social and economic progress and change. This is our purpose.

We will continue to harness our capability and resources to bring light and energy to communities in Ireland and around the world. We are Driven to Make a Difference and to achieve net zero emissions by 2040.

Pinsent Masons

What do you look for in a professional services business?

You want more than expert legal advice, you need a trusted partner to support you as you transform your own organisation. We go beyond what’s expected - we challenge ourselves and others, push boundaries and track the latest developments on your behalf. We know your industry inside out, we understand that the world is changing, and we stand beside you as you face those changes.

Discover how our purpose drives your success

We have a purpose-led strategy: to make business work better for people. It guides us as we create the kind of inclusive, diverse, considerate firm we hope you will want to work with. Law remains at the heart of what we do but the varied skillsets of our people, innovative technologies, efficient processes, and purpose-led approach will provide you with a unique competitive advantage. In addition to lawyers, you’ll have easy access to a range of professionals, from forensic accountants and tax experts to data specialists and project managers, to support you across every area of your business. All through a single firm.

We understand the specific opportunities and challenges your business faces.

We have unrivalled multisector knowledge and expertise, and we make it our business to know yours. We combine industry-specific knowledge, practical know-how and agile cross-sector teams to anticipate and solve complex operational challenges for clients. Our depth of knowledge and approach transcends traditional legal advice and encompasses nuanced understanding of the market forces, regulatory landscapes and emerging trends that inform our clients' strategic considerations.

dCarbonX

Established in 2020, dCarbonX is a GeoEnergy company that develops essential subsurface assets to deliver the Energy Transition by storing natural gas, hydrogen carriers, hydrogen & CO2.

In 2021, dCarbonX established a Strategic Energy Transition Alliance with Snam, which now owns 50% of dCarbonX. Snam is one of the leading energy infrastructure companies in the world and Europe’s largest gas transmission & storage operator.

dCarbonX positioned itself early to secure subsurface acreage and proprietary data focused on the three undeveloped offshore gas storage projects that already existed in the west of Britain: in the UK - Bains & Gateway, and in Ireland – Kestrel, with ESB and BGE (Centrica).