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Renewables
County-by-county renewable targets on the way
Stephen Robb
There are set to be big changes to County Council’s local development plans with new, local targets coming writes Stephen Robb
5 February 2025 News
Green light for Bord na Móna’s 18 wind turbines on Oweninny bog
The wind farm will be the third stage of development on the Oweninny bog and will replace an older 21-turbine wind farm built in 1992.
3 February 2025 Renewables
Natural gas use increases in 2024
Demand for natural gas in Ireland increased by 2% in 2024 compared with 2023, generating 41% of all electricity in Ireland over the year.
Time to rethink data centres?
The boom of data centres in Ireland continues to give rise to concerns about our ability to meet climate targets, but can they be developed sustainably?
29 January 2025 Renewables
An Bord Pleanála to appeal landmark wind farm judgement
The Board has said that it will seek to apply to the High Court to re-open the judgment and will further seek a certificate of appeal.
29 January 2025 News
IFA to restart renewables project team
Farmers have had minimal representation over the past number of years when several significant government renewables policies were formed.
29 January 2025 News
Uncertainly remains around beleaguered Renewable Heat Obligation
There remains uncertainty over the timeline for the long-awaited Renewable Heat Obligation, after the Government missed its own deadline of launching the scheme by the end of December.
29 January 2025 News
Why do wind turbines shut off during storms?
Wind turbines are inherently designed to capture wind, but must be shut down to protect themselves if wind speeds become excessively high.
27 January 2025 News
Fresh Government - fresh start for farm renewables
Stephen Robb explores where farm renewables fit into the new Programme for Government
22 January 2025 Renewables
Mitchelstown AD plant will help farmers lower carbon footprint - Nephin
The company stated that the proposed development will provide new employment opportunities while positively impacting the sustainability and viability of associated farms.
22 January 2025 News
Country Crest seeks permission to build anaerobic digestion plant
The farming and food company applied for planning permission for an anaerobic digestion plant on the site in 2012, but the permission expired in 2023.
21 January 2025 News
An Bord Pleanála refuses permission for 12 wind farms in 2024
An Bord Pleanála granted planning permission for 10 new wind farms with a combined capacity of 717MW in 2024 , but needed to have granted 1,720MW to stay on target to meet the Climate Action Plan.
20 January 2025 News