Figures from Gas Networks Ireland reflect country’s ongoing reliance on fossil fuel energy
Coal’s share of supply rises to 14%
Coal powered 11% of electricity last month, double the amount of the year before
Wind accounted for 33% of electricity generation during the month, with gas at 45%
Gas remains the backbone of Ireland’s energy mix, generating 46% of electricity
Gas Networks Ireland says demand in offices and education settings rose in September
Demand rising across most sectors but generally still down on 2019 figures
Low wind speeds and power plant closures boost Republic’s reliance on the fossil fuel
Wind provided 32% and coal and peat collectively provided 10% of power generation
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Wind power generated 43% of total monthly electricity demand, while coal generated 7%
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