This figure is in contrast to 1,062 houses that were granted planning permission in Dublin during the same time period.
Wind Energy Ireland maintains that the refusal rate for projects by An Bord Pleanála has increased significantly in recent months due to anti-wind County Development Plans.
The solar industry shows no signs of slowing down, as more projects secure planning permission.
Four solar farm projects, which span over 1,900 acres in Louth, Tipperary, Meath and Cork, have been given the green light.
Stephen Robb runs through some of the key renewables news stories of the week across Ireland and beyond.
Stephen Robb runs through some of the key renewables news stories of the week.
Four solar farm projects, which span over 900 acres in Louth, Tipperary, Meath and Cork, have been given the green light.
With ministers openly disagreeing on whether the RZLT should be deferred- again- or not, is the government in danger?
Stephen Robb runs through the main renewable energy stories of the week.