We have long realised the tourist potential of our coasts, but what about the energy potential? Imagine harnessing this Atlantic energy efficiently and on an industrial scale to become an energy exporter. The potential of Ireland’s Atlantic territory to turn this country from an energy importer to a European renewable energy superpower is enormous. Studies estimate there is a technical wind energy potential of about 600 Giga Watts (600,000 Mega Watts) in Ireland’s Atlantic waters. Instead, floating offshore wind platforms are needed, where colossal wind turbines are mounted on floating structures that are moored to the seabed using anchors.

Source: The Irish Times December 13, 2025 18:56 UTC