Ireland’s woeful record on climate change action is well documented. It is a source of embarrassment and it is damaging our economy, society, and environment. The State is 90% off the 2020 target for reducing emissions and if on the current path there can be little prospect of meeting the 2030 targets.
Ireland is one of the world’s best places for off-shore wind energy. The highest average wind speeds in Europe are found off the west coast.
The Irish coast quickly reaches depths of 60 to 200 metres which facilitates floating turbines closer to shore and reduces the costs of installation and maintenance.
Off-shore wind energy is economically viable, with the cost of electricity generated from this source falling significantly in recent years.
An EU study predicted that electricity from offshore wind will be cheaper than generating electricity from gas.
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