Ørsted acquires second Irish solar project

The acquisition follows the announcement of Ørsted’s first solar farm in Ireland just outside Carrigaline

The first phase of the Garrenleen solar farm will be delivered by 2025, with the second phase targeting a 2026 completion, subject to Ørsted's final investment decision

Danish energy company, Ørsted has acquired its second Irish solar project in an agreement with renewable energy developer, Terra Solar.

The new site, Garreenleen solar farm in Carlow will have the potential to add 160MW, powering up to 56,000 homes.