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
As geopolitical turmoil reshapes global priorities, climate action is taking a backseat. From corporate rollbacks to political U-turns, a once-urgent transition to clean energy faces fresh obstacles. But in a world increasingly dependent on fossil fuels, delays will only drive up costs—both economic and environmental.
Setting aside of ecosystem-based marine planning in Ireland has created a ‘mess’, says Blue Ireland
Emerging technology, harsh marine conditions and cost pose challenges, but big offshore projects can be done, say experts
Energy provider confirms potential for job losses but numbers remain unclear
The Nesc findings would be used to inform ongoing work of Government to deliver the transition
Government’s delayed 2025 initiative is arguably lacking fresh actions and policies
But campaigners criticise proposals as ‘largely ignoring data-centre growth and reliance on fossil-fuels’
Government briefing document highlights serious risks to industry viability, jobs and tax from a large-scale outage in gas supplies
Darragh O’Brien to bring forward delayed climate action plan for this year including retrofitting allocation of almost €550m
Sceirde Rocks project off Co Galway coast had won State contract to deliver power by 2030
Limerick-based company expects project to offset up to 269 tonnes of carbon
UCD graduate had spent 11 years as chief financial officer
Wind industry proposes new offshore wind deal for Europe backed by government supported auctions
Combining technologies is breaking down barriers to renewables in the home, SEAI energy show reveals
Companies are no longer blowing hot air about their ESG credentials anymore, they’re actively stepping back from them
COWI, which has operations in more than 35 countries, says its focus here will be on driving green agenda
High-value habitats can be avoided if identified but it is the less obvious impacts that are so far known to cause the biggest effects
EnergyCloud urges Government to ensure scale-up of solution with ‘broader pilot’ for 10,000 households
New data from Wind Energy Ireland suggest February was cleanest month yet
Case for improved incentives based on big shortfall in delivering retrofits, district heating and heat pumps
Poor wind speeds across Europe blamed for lower than expected energy generation
The facility is described as a temporary measure that will bridge the gap as Ireland weans itself off natural gas
Two advisory councils outline gross failures to face up to climate realities
Opposition accuses Government of failing to consider independent analysis of zero-carbon energy backup options
At a Time of Climate Crisis: The US president has been making false and misleading claims on wind energy for nearly a decade
Scientists at Maynooth University are applying a breadth of thinking and innovation with a view to putting farming on a surer footing
Letter to Taoiseach follows his assertion Ireland ‘will have to have an LNG facility of some kind’
Ireland’s changing climate is having significant impact on coastlines, land use and natural resources, officials say
To shut door on data centres would send signal Ireland does not want to be part of ‘most profound economic revolution’, Micheál Martin says
Some 34 per cent of Republic’s and Northern Ireland’s power demands were met with electricity from renewable sources
Annual consumption predicted to rise 4% a year by 2027
‘Government must not lock Ireland into long-term gas addiction in short-term effort to distract US president’
New attempts to prolong the fossil fuel era have come at precisely the wrong time
‘It is time for urgent action to enable the world to decarbonise and SSE wants to help Ireland meet its onshore and offshore wind targets’
Forget ‘greenwashing’ - now the talk in the corporate world is of “greenhushing”
If this storm erodes public confidence in electrification, it could lead to backtracking
The problem boils down to one of politics versus populism, as politicians who promote unpopular but crucial policies struggle to be re-elected
State is projected to miss emissions targets by 2030, risking €20bn fine despite solid progress on renewables and reducing carbon
Pulling out of Paris Agreement was predictable theatre, but resulting temperature and emission rises will push Earth to dangerous tipping points
An Bord Pleanála approved less than half renewable energy capacity needed to reach Government’s 2030 target, WEI planning report finds
Justice Richard Humphreys said planning authority appeared ‘almost petrified’ to approve renewable energy proposals that contravene local development plans
Ohk deals completed since 2023 Melior investment reach over €30m in value
Ireland must take ‘big leaps as distinct to small steps’ in developing renewables, says SSE chief
‘Reaching renewable electricity targets in 2030 could cut consumer bills by an additional €610 million’
An Bord Pleanála’s decision was designed to protect habitat of whooper swan
Castleknock College pupil develops ‘smart sole’ to help overcome widespread condition linked to diabetes
Solar and wind power feature creatively in a number of projects at the annual competition
Deal will help boost revenue while strengthening Irish group’s presence in Britain
Wind energy lobby says new government needs to implement the Planning and Development Act and put in place policies to support the development of the sector both onshore and at sea
Kerry led wind energy generation in 2023, generating 1,664 GWh of energy, followed by Cork, Tipperary and Galway
Hub capable of attracting multinationals and boosting our competitiveness could mirror facilities such as Level 39 in London and Station F in France
Group seeks to add to existing small business and renewable energy projects
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Inquests into the nightclub fire that led to the deaths of 48 people
How does a post-Brexit world shape the identity and relationship of these islands
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