#Renewable Island

#Renewable Island

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A COMPREHENSIVE SERIES OF ARTICLES ON THIS TOPIC

<p>Simon McNamara, IATA’s country manager for the UK and Ireland, says Irish aviation can act as a model for global efforts to reach the climate goals set by the Paris Climate Agreement. </p>

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Irish aviation can be a model for climate action, says IATA chief

Sustainable aviation fuels and new hydrogen and electric propulsion systems offer a window of opportunity for Ireland to take a global lead in aviation climate action

<p class="contextmenu internal_Caption">Investment in Ireland’s national electricity grid is vital in order to develop a grid that can transmit and distribute 100% clean renewable energy, says Yvonne O’Brien of Wind Energy Ireland.</p>

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Electricity grid must be seen as a source of prosperity

It’s in everyone’s interest to back the push for 100% renewable, sustainable energy, says Yvonne O’Brien of Wind Energy Ireland

<p class="contextmenu internal_Caption">Wind turbines are increasingly becoming part of the landscape in Ireland, as this image shows; this photo was entered into a Wind Energy Ireland photo competition promoting awareness of climate action.</p>

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Consumer gains lie in building and connecting onshore wind farms

During last year’s energy crisis, wind farms did the most to protect Irish families and business, writes Noel Cunniffe, CEO, Wind Energy Ireland

Farmers invest in clean energy, still awaiting greater grid access

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Farmers invest in clean energy, still awaiting greater grid access

Yes, you can do good while making money, says fund manager

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Yes, you can do good while making money, says fund manager

Vital role of ports for offshore wind energy

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Vital role of ports for offshore wind energy

The planet's difficulty is Ireland's business opportunity

The planet's difficulty is Ireland's business opportunity

Global venture capitalists are already seeing the returns from ESG investments. Colm Greaves follows the money trail

Fri, 19 May, 2023

Who's Who guide to 'green' Irish business

Who's Who guide to 'green' Irish business

John Daly selects a series of companies — some household names, others future stars — whose stories speak of the commitment of Irish business to a sustainable future

Fri, 19 May, 2023

Ireland can be a green hydrogen leader, but needs clear strategy

Ireland can be a green hydrogen leader, but needs clear strategy

Ireland has the ideal conditions to produce green hydrogen, but investors are frustrated by the lack of a national strategy

Fri, 19 May, 2023

Minimising the impacts of data centres

Minimising the impacts of data centres

Ian Shearer, MD of Park Place Technologies, offers a view on how Irish authorities can work with data centres to reduce their environmental impact

Thu, 18 May, 2023

ESB partners with Fluence to open major fast-acting battery plant in Co Cork

Ireland sees big opportunity in battery storage

Pádraig Hoare, Environmental Correspondent, reports on industry views on Ireland's opportunity to be a key player in battery storage within the EU

Thu, 18 May, 2023

Smarter buildings core to engaging with climate change

Smarter buildings core to engaging with climate change

Tommy Barker, Property Editor, looks at the imperatives driving Ireland's developers to commit to a greener future

Thu, 18 May, 2023

Wind auction signals better days for electricity consumers

Wind auction signals better days for electricity consumers

Pádraig Hoare, Environmental Correspondent, hears industry views on the actions needed to deliver on renewable energy's promise of cheaper consumer prices

Thu, 18 May, 2023

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