Renewables

Ireland’s hopes of a net-zero economy are floating in the wind

Separate reports in the past week have poured scorn on talk of the State becoming the ‘Saudi Arabia of wind’ and challenge the narrative that a switch to clean energy will deliver cheaper energy prices to consumers

Offshore wind farms at risk of legal challenges due to flawed developer-led policy, environmentalists warn

Setting aside of ecosystem-based marine planning in Ireland has created a ‘mess’, says Blue Ireland

Why international firm Corio withdrew from plans for Sceirde Rocks wind farm off Connemara’s coast

Emerging technology, harsh marine conditions and cost pose challenges, but big offshore projects can be done, say experts

Possible lay-offs at SSE Airtricity as it reviews businesses

Energy provider confirms potential for job losses but numbers remain unclear

Urgent action needed to ‘clear fog’ and progress transition to clean energy 

The Nesc findings would be used to inform ongoing work of Government to deliver the transition

Jack Chambers criticises people who object to housing on basis it affects their ‘area’s character’

Minister outlines plan for taskforce to tackle ‘some of the slowest systems of delivery’ in world

Final report into ‘Grace’ abuse allegations due to be published on Tuesday

Darragh O’Brien to bring forward delayed climate action plan for this year including retrofitting allocation of almost €550m

Connemara offshore wind farm will not go ahead, dealing blow to Government’s climate targets

Sceirde Rocks project off Co Galway coast had won State contract to deliver power by 2030

Elgin announce Dermot Kelleher as new CEO

UCD graduate had spent 11 years as chief financial officer

Ireland to become leader in Europe’s clean energy future amid revised national plan, conference told

Wind industry proposes new offshore wind deal for Europe backed by government supported auctions

Offshore grid for Irish, Celtic and North seas closer to delivery 

Joint development can be ‘key step for Europe’s energy future’ and climate neutrality 

Norwegian consultancy firm DNV to create 200 jobs in Ireland

Majority of the jobs at rebranded Enviroguide will be based in Dublin and Cork

Barry Andrews: Wind energy can deliver clean electricity, support 20,000 new jobs and reduce energy bills

To ramp up its wind power resources, Ireland needs to reform its planning system and launch a public awareness campaign to highlight the long-term benefits of the renewable energy source

People power is driving Ireland’s clean energy switch, says Minister

Combining technologies is breaking down barriers to renewables in the home, SEAI energy show reveals

Planners approve Energia data centre

Project is in line with Government’s Climate Action Plan, An Bord Pleanála rules after objections from An Taisce and environmentalists

Smart devices can stop €2.1bn wind energy waste and help give homes hot water, says social enterprise

EnergyCloud urges Government to ensure scale-up of solution with ‘broader pilot’ for 10,000 households

Radical overhaul of retrofit grants under consideration

Case for improved incentives based on big shortfall in delivering retrofits, district heating and heat pumps

Renewable energy cabinets house emergency safety and medical equipment in remote locations

New Innovator: EPC can be tailored to specific environments and has already saved lives

State investor appoints receivers to Green Generation

Biofuel producer’s backers blame fraud and policy for challenges

State-led offshore LNG facility will only be used following supply disruptions, says Minister

Opposition accuses Government of failing to consider independent analysis of zero-carbon energy backup options

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