According to the June Wind Energy report released by Wind Energy Ireland, wind farms accounted for 34% of Ireland’s electricity generation in the first half of this year.
The report indicates that power generation in June was “the third highest on record for a June month, totalling 771 gigawatt-hours (GWh).”
Wind power supplied 25% of Ireland’s electricity needs the previous month, which was a 5% increase from June 2023.
In addition, solar power and other renewable energy sources contributed 8% to the country’s electricity supply.
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Noel Cunniffe, CEO of Wind Energy Ireland, said: “The first half of the year has been strong for Irish wind farms, which have supplied just over a third of our electricity so far this year. That is clean electricity produced in Ireland to power our homes and businesses while cutting our carbon emissions.
He added, “It is also really positive to see the strong performance of solar energy and other renewables last month as part of our renewable energy mix. Every time a wind turbine or solar panel is generating electricity it is reducing our reliance on imported fossil fuels, helping to push down wholesale electricity prices and increasing our supply of clean energy to local communities.”
Last month, Kerry once again became the country’s primary producer of wind energy, contributing 90 GWh, or 12% of Ireland’s wind power.
Cork closely followed with 82 GWh, followed by Galway with 67 GWh, Donegal with 52 GWh, and Tipperary with 47 GWh.
