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Grid limits are biggest barrier to new wind projects, WEI warns

Wind Energy Ireland has warned that grid capacity is the biggest barrier to delivering new onshore wind projects, with more than 3,000MW of approved developments currently seeking connections.

RENEWABLES 23 September 2026
Grid limits are biggest barrier to new wind projects, WEI warns
Renewable energy a big feature of Ploughing 2026

Renewable energy a big feature of Ploughing 2026

RENEWABLES 13 September 2026
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New energy projects of all shapes and sizes

New energy projects of all shapes and sizes

RENEWABLES 17 June 2026
Wind farms continue to struggle to secure permission

Wind farms continue to struggle to secure permission

RENEWABLES 11 May 2026
Slow energy transition leaves Ireland exposed

Slow energy transition leaves Ireland exposed
NEWS 18 March 2026
Kerry on top for wind generation in February

Kerry on top for wind generation in February
RENEWABLES 18 March 2026
Climate rules must factor into planning decisions

Climate rules must factor into planning decisions

RENEWABLES 11 February 2026
Farmers can earn up to €40,000 per turbine lease

Farmers can earn up to €40,000 per turbine lease

NEWS 28 January 2026
Ireland's wind revolution – what’s in it for farmers?

Ireland's wind revolution – what’s in it for farmers?

RENEWABLES 28 January 2026
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