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Reducing agricultural emissions

'Solar panels can be used by farmers to reduce their reliance on electricity from the grid, half of which is generated using fossil fuels' - Cilian Ó'Súilleabháin, 21 Ros Barra, Deerpark, Cork

LETTERS 15 July 2026

Reducing agricultural emissions

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Solar soars to become third-largest source of electricity

According to Minister for Climate, Energy and the Environment Darragh O’Brien, the rapid growth of solar energy deployment reflects a dramatic transformation in Ireland’s renewable energy landscape.

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The battle for the electric tractor warms up

The battle for the electric tractor warms up

The rise of EV’s has introduced several new brand names, Michael Moroney examines three European ventures, two linked to the VW Group seeking to establish a foothold in the electric tractor market.

FARM MACHINERY 3 June 2026

New energy projects of all shapes and sizes

New energy projects of all shapes and sizes

Stephen Robb takes a look at some of the main renewable projects in development around the country over the past month.

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New bill to end trees being planted near power lines

New bill to end trees being planted near power lines

The bill will prevent trees being planted close to electricity lines in an aim to reduce the incidence of electricity outages.

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Fresh compensation of €50,000 for landowners along North South Interconnector

Fresh compensation of €50,000 for landowners along North South Interconnector

Landowners along the route of the proposed interconnector have continued to express opposition to the project.

NEWS 3 June 2026

Carlow set for major €2bn energy project

Carlow set for major €2bn energy project

Plans for a significant new energy storage project have been unveiled for Carlow, which will convert excess renewable electricity into hydrogen and store it in underground caverns.

NEWS 3 June 2026

Southwest: the new renewable powerhouse?

Southwest: the new renewable powerhouse?

Cork and Kerry could become a renewable energy powerhouse in Ireland, but significant investment in grid and energy infrastructure will be needed, writes Stephen Robb

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What does it take to build and operate a resilient dairy-beef enterprise?

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