Work to commence on Munster solar farms

Solar farms around Ireland are to become commonplace, with more than 20 planned for Munster

The contracts guarantee a fixed price for the electricity that is generated over the next 16 years. Picture: Tim Ireland/PA

Construction work is set to begin over the coming months on more than 20 solar farms across Munster putting the province at the forefront of the technology in Ireland.

Earlier this month the Government announced the results of its first Renewable Electricity Support Scheme (RESS) were 19 wind farms and 63 solar energy projects won contracts.