23rd August 2012

Much achieved, more to do

A clear strategy for developing renewable energy and reform of the planning system are needed, according to the International Energy Agency (IEA). Ireland must invest even […]
23rd August 2012

Offshore wind: Looking to the future

Offshore wind is seen as a major global energy source of the future, as well as providing Ireland with new export opportunities. Mainstream Renewable Power brought […]
23rd August 2012

Curtailment of wind energy in the SEM

Dorit McCann discusses the options around curtailment of wind in the all-island market, a key issue for generators and investors. Background The discussion on curtailment of […]
23rd August 2012

A cleaner, cheaper future

Helen Donoghue, outgoing principal administrator of the Energy Strategy Unit of DG Energy tells Stephen Dineen about Europe’s transition to a low-carbon future. “In the energy […]