Renewable energy in Ireland

Abstract

Renewable energy can help rescue Ireland from its economic and energy challenges. The use of biomass is low in Ireland. Ireland has a very rich solar energy resources.Wind energy’s contribution to Ireland’s electricity supply continues to rise.Ireland attached importance to the development of geothermal energy. Considerable unexploited hydropower potential exists in Ireland at the small to micro-scale level.Ocean energy has the potential to become a strong industry for Ireland.