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When local education thrives, the whole community benefits.
We're proud to share how wind energy is helping support rural schools and the communities around them.
See what's possible for your community when you're Backed By Wind.
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A big thank you to @BnMIreland, @SSE, Perigus Energy, @edfenergy and @Statkraft for their support in helping to make the Backed By Wind campaign possible.
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Our team is at the #RenewableEnergyExpo Ireland 2026 in Dublin today!
We look forward to connecting with industry professionals, sharing insights & discussing opportunities across the #RenewableEnergy sector.
📍Find us at Stand 36! We look forward to seeing you!🤝
#RDS #REexpo
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⚡ INNOV8HEAT will be at #IrelandElectrified this Thursday!
We’ll showcase how thermal storage, heat pumps, PCM & AI can help turn renewable electricity into flexible industrial heat, including a look at our optiFEM platform.
📍 Dublin | 10th Sept
#INNOV8HEAT
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Flying in the face of the fearmongering often dragged out to oppose clean energy technologies, fully renewable energy utility ScottishPower recently revealed that 99.9 % of the materials from Scotland’s first commercial wind farm have been successfully recycled and reused following decommissioning. One of the most pervasive “warnings” against clean energy technologies like solar and wind energy is their supposed inability to be recycled at the end of their life. And while continued innovation and governmental policy support will be required to ensure that things like solar panels and wind turbine blades are able to be recycled or reused, the groundwork has already been laid. ScottishPower, part of the Iberdrola Group, and the first integrated energy company in the UK to generate 100% green electricity, recently highlighted how the framework for recycling and reusing wind turbines is already in place in the UK.
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𝗜𝗿𝗲𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗵𝗮𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘄𝗶𝗻𝗱. 𝗡𝗼𝘄 𝘄𝗲 𝗵𝗮𝘃𝗲 𝗮𝗻 𝗼𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝘁𝗼 𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗶𝘁.
Five major offshore wind projects are moving through planning off our east coast.
Together, they could power the equivalent of every Irish home and more, meet over half of daily electricity demand, support thousands of jobs and bring investment to coastal communities.
The wind is there. It simply blows — and always will.
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Wind energy is for everyone — that's the message behind Global Wind Day.
As an industry, we're not just building turbines. We're building a cleaner energy system: wind working alongside solar, batteries, and smart grids to meet real demand, reliably and sustainably. We are pushing forward to ensure a safer, more stable future for our families, and their families after that.
Many wind farms across Ireland are open to community visits. Young or old, whether you're fluffy or not 🐶, there are wind farms around the country waiting to be explored. Some are fully accessible, some have bike trails, playgrounds, and other amenities. All of them have clean, renewable energy generated right here in Ireland.
We're proud to be part of an industry that's delivering for people and the planet.
Comment 💚 below to join us in celebrating wind energy 💚🌬💚
⚡ 𝗢𝗻𝗲 𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝗼𝗻𝗹𝘆: 𝗘𝗮𝗿𝗹𝘆 𝗕𝗶𝗿𝗱 𝗥𝗮𝘁𝗲𝘀 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗯𝗮𝗰𝗸 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗢𝗳𝗳𝘀𝗵𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗪𝗶𝗻𝗱 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲!
Join industry leaders, policymakers and innovators on 26–27 May at the Clayton Hotel Burlington Road for two days of insight, collaboration and discussion on the future of offshore wind and Ireland’s clean energy transition.
For 𝘁𝗼𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝗼𝗻𝗹𝘆, you can secure exclusive early bird rates before the offer closes at close of business.
𝗥𝗲𝗴𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗯𝗲𝗹𝗼𝘄:
eu1.hubs.ly/H0v62NS0
Ever wondered how electricity pricing really works? It's not as straight-forward as you might think. Our CEO Noel Cunniffe joined Seán Defoe on Newstalk’s 𝘓𝘦𝘵 𝘔𝘦 𝘌𝘹𝘱𝘭𝘢𝘪𝘯 to break down how scaling wind energy can help protect consumers from global price shocks, and bring greater security and stability to the system.
The conversation also explores how renewable auctions work and why long-term contracts are key to more predictable energy costs.
𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝘁𝗼 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗳𝘂𝗹𝗹 𝗲𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲: eu1.hubs.ly/H0tZtf80
Visit us at #WindEurope2026! – and be in with the chance to win a free stand at the Renewable Energy Expo Ireland 2026.
Are you in Madrid today? Stop by the Ireland Pavilion this afternoon for an Irish welcome!
Guest speakers include WindEurope CEO, Tinne van der Straetan and Government Minister Timmy Dooley TD.
🆓 Make sure to drop your business card to be in with a chance of winning a free exhibition stand at Renewable Energy Expo Ireland this October.
Thanks to BnM | Ocean Winds Joint Venture for hosting!
🌱 €𝟯𝟬𝟬,𝟬𝟬𝟬 𝗔𝘃𝗮𝗶𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝗘𝗺𝗽𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿 𝗟𝗼𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀
@SSE and Greencoat Renewables have launched the 2026 round of the 𝗚𝗮𝗹𝘄𝗮𝘆 𝗪𝗶𝗻𝗱 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝗸 𝗠𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗷𝗲𝗰𝘁𝘀 𝗙𝘂𝗻𝗱, offering grants from €20,000 to €150,000 for transformational community-led initiatives within 10km of the wind farm.
Since 2018, the Fund has awarded €900,000 to projects enhancing biodiversity, local infrastructure, cultural heritage and sports facilities, supporting initiatives that align with the 𝗨𝗡 𝗦𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗗𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹𝗼𝗽𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗚𝗼𝗮𝗹𝘀 on clean energy, sustainable communities and climate action.
Past recipients like FORUM Connemara CLG and Coiste na Páirce, Carraroe have leveraged funding to deliver lasting community benefits, from ecological restoration to upgraded sports facilities.
💡 Applications for 2026 close 5 May 2026.
𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗻 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗮𝗽𝗽𝗹𝘆: eu1.hubs.ly/H0tg7Kx0
Reflecting on how the energy sector has evolved, Gerard Reid pointed to the role policy has played in making renewable energy more attractive to investors.
Mechanisms such as CFDs, feed-in tariffs and tax credits have helped unlock significant levels of capital and supported the growth of renewables across Europe.
That success is now bringing new challenges. At certain times of the day there is more electricity on the system than can be used, while at other times supply is more constrained.
In 2025, renewables generated more electricity across Europe than fossil fuels. The focus now needs to shift towards how policy and market structures evolve to support a more balanced and responsive power system.
Donegal students are among the latest recipients of the prestigious @SSE Renewables Scholarship 👏
Six students from North West Regional College in Donegal have been awarded bursaries to support them as they continue their studies.
Congratulations to Jonathan Magee, Jason LeMasurier, Noel Cavanagh, Joseph Burnett, Shane McLaughlin and Mark Killalea on this fantastic achievement.
The scholarship programme is supported through community funds linked to wind farms including Slieve Kirk Wind Park, Tievenameenta Wind Farm and Slieve Divena II Wind Farm.
Initiatives like this show how renewable energy investment can create real opportunities in local communities while helping to build the skilled workforce needed for the clean energy transition.
Best of luck to all the recipients in their studies and future careers! 🌍💨
𝗙𝗶𝗻𝗱 𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲:eu1.hubs.ly/H0t9wM30
We’re looking forward to attending the WindEurope Annual Event in Madrid from April 21–23!
Visit us at the Ireland Pavilion (Stand 10-B90) to discover how Ireland is advancing energy independence and helping shape the future of renewable energy.
𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗻 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲: eu1.hubs.ly/H0t6vDx0
In partnership with Arthur Cox LLP we’d like to remind students that applications for the Niamh Burke Renewable Energy Bursary 𝗰𝗹𝗼𝘀𝗲 𝘁𝗼𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗿𝗼𝘄, 𝟮𝟳 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗵.
The €10,000 bursary supports students pursuing studies in renewable energy and related fields, helping to support the next generation of leaders shaping Ireland’s sustainable energy future.
Established in memory of former Arthur Cox partner and consultant Niamh Burke, the bursary recognises her significant contribution to the Irish wind energy sector and her involvement in many of Ireland’s largest energy, infrastructure and construction projects.
If you are eligible, or know someone who may be interested, we encourage you to submit your application before tomorrow’s deadline or help us spread the word.
𝗙𝘂𝗿𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿 𝗱𝗲𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗹𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗶𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗵𝗼𝘄 𝘁𝗼 𝗮𝗽𝗽𝗹𝘆 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗮𝘃𝗮𝗶𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲: eu1.hubs.ly/H0sF8Dd0
Ireland's renewable energy sector is accelerating. ⚡
We just hit 8 gigawatts of installed renewable capacity — and that figure is set to more than double by 2031.
This October, for the first time ever, the entire industry comes together in one place.
Renewable Energy Expo Ireland is Ireland's first expo to unite the whole renewable sector under one roof.
📍 RDS Dublin | 21–22 October 2026
Thousands of developers, policymakers, and international business leaders. Two days of networking, innovation, and business development — connecting your brand with the buyers and decision-makers shaping wind, solar, storage, and more.
The business opportunities don't get bigger than this.
👉 Book your stand at eu1.hubs.ly/H0sWPr30
Ireland’s green energy revolution is something to celebrate.
Happy St. Patrick’s Day from Wind Energy Ireland! 🍀
Registration is now open for Ireland’s Offshore Wind Conference 2026, taking place on 26-27 May in Dublin.
This is Ireland’s leading annual offshore wind energy event, bringing together policymakers, industry leaders and key stakeholders in one of Europe’s most dynamic renewable energy markets.
👉𝗥𝗲𝗴𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗻𝗼𝘄 𝘁𝗼 𝘀𝗲𝗰𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝗰𝗲:
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Thank you to our sponsors for making this event possible:
Strategic Partner: @ESBNetworks
Electrostate Partner: @awscloud
Grid Events Partner: @EirGrid
Conference Sponsor: @Deloitte
Supporting Sponsors: @MHCLawyers, Philip Lee LLP, @FlotationEnergy, JERA Nex bp
Drinks Reception Sponsor: @MathesonLaw
Research Partner: @BnMIreland/ Ocean Winds
We are delighted to announce @_Alerion_ has recently upgraded their membership to Corporate level with WEI.
They specialise in electricity production from renewable sources, particularly from the wind and solar sector.
𝗙𝗶𝗻𝗱 𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲: eu1.hubs.ly/H0srmPj0
We’ve achieved a lot in Ireland’s renewable energy sector, but there’s still much more to do.
Audio on to listen as Gaeilge. Fuaim ar aghaidh chun éisteacht as Gaeilge.
Find out more at eu1.hubs.ly/H0s5HQ00
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