As the rollout of solar farms continues at pace, the technology’s limitations during the dull winter months were reflected in the latest electricity generation figures for February.
Gas and wind are the main sources of electricity generation in Ireland.
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Electricity generated from solar power contributed just 1% to Ireland’s electricity supply in February.
New figures from Gas Networks Ireland show that gas generated 36% of Ireland’s electricity in February, while wind generation accounted for 41% of electricity during the month.
Gas Networks Ireland’s latest gas demand statement shows that overall gas demand fell by 22% month-on-month in February, following higher demand during colder conditions in January. Despite the month-on-month decline, demand increased by 8% year-on-year compared with February 2025.
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January saw higher gas demand, with overall demand rising by 16% month-on-month as colder weather drove up energy needs.
Drop
The drop in February gas demand was mainly driven by lower use in electricity generation, while there was also a decrease in demand from the residential sector. Gas demand for power generation decreased by 25% month-on-month, while residential demand fell by 22% month-on-month.
Gas’s contribution to electricity generation peaked at 67% during the month and never fell below 12%. Wind output peaked at 77% and dropped to 1% at its lowest.
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Electricity generated from solar power contributed just 1% to Ireland’s electricity supply in February.
New figures from Gas Networks Ireland show that gas generated 36% of Ireland’s electricity in February, while wind generation accounted for 41% of electricity during the month.
Gas Networks Ireland’s latest gas demand statement shows that overall gas demand fell by 22% month-on-month in February, following higher demand during colder conditions in January. Despite the month-on-month decline, demand increased by 8% year-on-year compared with February 2025.
January saw higher gas demand, with overall demand rising by 16% month-on-month as colder weather drove up energy needs.
Drop
The drop in February gas demand was mainly driven by lower use in electricity generation, while there was also a decrease in demand from the residential sector. Gas demand for power generation decreased by 25% month-on-month, while residential demand fell by 22% month-on-month.
Gas’s contribution to electricity generation peaked at 67% during the month and never fell below 12%. Wind output peaked at 77% and dropped to 1% at its lowest.
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