ESB ends coal at Moneypoint, paving way for Ireland’s renewable energy hub
Closure marks a major step in Ireland’s clean energy journey as Moneypoint prepares for a low-carbon future.
Closure marks a major step in Ireland’s clean energy journey as Moneypoint prepares for a low-carbon future.
Bulgarian grid operator ESO plans to expand interconnection capacity from 4 GW to 10 GW by 2030, linking 4.5 GW of new renewable capacity. The strategy prioritises wind and solar, integrates into key European platforms and addresses challenges in balancing the energy mix.
The IEA warns: without concrete action, COP30 commitments will fall short. Driven by lower costs, climate goals and energy security, renewables are capturing market interest — though progress remains uneven.
The Energy Technology Centre (ITE) has presented its annual accounts with a 21% increase in turnover and has brought together 150 business leaders from the sector.
Wind power leads the energy mix with 23% coverage, 32 GW installed, and 276 manufacturing facilities, yet the sector calls for a faster rollout of new projects, repowering, and offshore wind to avoid economic deterioration and ensure system security and stability.