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Sharp rise in solar planning as 1,100ac come into system

It’s been a busy month in the Irish planning system, with over 1,100ac worth of solar farm projects either approved or submitted across the country.

NEWS 23 July 2025

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Ireland risks infringement over renewable hurdles

Ireland risks infringement over renewable hurdles

NEWS 23 July 2025

Ireland's new heat policy - what it means

Ireland's new heat policy - what it means

RENEWABLES 23 July 2025

New direction for Renewable Gas Forum of Ireland

New direction for Renewable Gas Forum of Ireland

New direction for Renewable Gas Forum of Ireland

RENEWABLES 23 July 2025

RHO an important step towards locally produced biomethane – RGFI

RHO an important step towards locally produced biomethane – RGFI

RHO an important step towards locally produced biomethane – RGFI

NEWS 21 July 2025

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Details of long-awaited renewable heat obligation published

Details of long-awaited renewable heat obligation published

The Government has approved the Renewable Heat Obligation Scheme, which is expected to support the anaerobic digestion sector by mandating the inclusion of biomethane and other renewables into fuels.

NEWS 9 July 2025

Solar PV on the menu for drystock and dairy

Solar PV on the menu for drystock and dairy

The IFA and Bord Gáis Energy series of rooftop solar PV events travelled to Longford last week with keen interest from drystock and dairy farms, writes Stephen Robb,

RENEWABLES 9 July 2025

New private wires rules may spell opportunities for farmers

New private wires rules may spell opportunities for farmers

New rules allowing renewable electricity generators to connect directly to energy users may create new opportunities for farmers.

NEWS 9 July 2025

Tirlán turns sod on 16ac solar farm

Tirlán turns sod on 16ac solar farm

The 8MWp ground-mounted solar farm is being delivered in partnership with the ESB and is expected to be completed in the first quarter of 2026.

RENEWABLES 9 July 2025

€10,000 grant available to switch to biomethane HGVs

€10,000 grant available to switch to biomethane HGVs

The grant could cover up to 40% of the cost difference between a diesel- and a gas-fuelled HGV, Gas Networks Ireland has said.

RENEWABLES 9 July 2025

“It’s not just about a molecule” – biomethane and agriculture

“It’s not just about a molecule” – biomethane and agriculture

Stephen Robb spoke to Interpath’s Gary Borland about the state of Ireland’s emerging biomethane sector and what it means for farmers.

RENEWABLES 9 July 2025

Permission sought for 470ac multi-townland solar farm in Kilkenny

Permission sought for 470ac multi-townland solar farm in Kilkenny

11 land owners are involved with the project and once built, the solar farm will operate for 40 years.

RENEWABLES 9 July 2025

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Top farm security ideas to keep your property safe in Ireland

Good farm security is crucial for protecting your property, livestock, and equipment from theft, vandalism, and other risks. Explore practical farm security ideas from PhoneWatch.

Top farm security ideas to keep your property safe in Ireland

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