Ireland has joined a number of European countries in a deal pledging to deliver 100 gigawatts (GW) of offshore wind power through large-scale joint projects. “As a small, windy island at the edge of Europe, the offshore energy potential of Ireland is huge. Increasing our cross-border electricity interconnection will enhance European energy security, increase our economic competitiveness and critically reduce consumer prices." However it signals Western and Northern European governments remain committed to wind power as a way to boost the region's energy security. North Sea countries agreed in 2023 to a broader goal of 300GW of offshore wind capacity by 2050.

Source: Irish Examiner January 26, 2026 21:46 UTC