Wind farms supplied 35% of electricity last yearMichael BoltonWind farms supplied 35 per cent of the State's energy in 2023, according to Wind Energy Ireland’s annual report. Irish wind farms saved approximately 4.2 million tonnes of carbon last year, roughly equivalent to the amount of carbon produced by 1.9 million cars. December saw the greatest monthly wind generation, with a total cost saving of €170 million. "The more wind we can get on the electricity grid, the less we rely on imported gas and the more we can cut our carbon emissions and keep that money at home," Wind Energy Ireland chief executive Noel Cunniffe said. "Our members can be proud of the role Irish wind farms are playing in supporting Irish electricity consumers and reducing our carbon emissions.

Source: Irish Independent January 16, 2024 18:24 UTC