Wind Energy Ireland reiterates concern about planning backlogs

The State currently targets around 20 gigawatt (GW) of offshore wind capacity operating by 2040.

Renewable energy industry body Wind Energy Ireland has reiterated concern about planning backlogs as six offshore wind developments are set to begin the process this summer.

The development of offshore wind projects has been mired by backlogs in the planning system which is set to come under further pressure as the first new offshore wind farms for a generation will begin the process before the end of June.