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Electricity from renewable sources account for over 40% of total demand
Currently the electricity grid can accommodate up to 75% of electricity from renewable sources at any one time.
Nov 2, 2024 08:17
Greenlight given to Lanesboro energy development
Longford County Council planners granted permission for the development with 12 conditions attached.
Jan 19, 2024 17:02
Go ahead for upgrade of power lines in Roscommon
The development would involve works along the line between the substation in Lanesboro and the Sliabh Bawn substation at Tooreen.
Oct 16, 2023 07:45
Amber alert issued for Ireland's electricity system due to low wind
Minister Eamon Ryan was asked whether the approval of new data centres should be slowed.
Jun 12, 2023 17:49
Council backs plans for upgrade of electricity network in west Roscommon
The planning for the development is underway through An Bord Pleanala.
Jul 26, 2022 13:32
Planning submitted for North Connacht Powerline
A dedicated community benefit fund will also be established for communities along the route which will support local organisations.
Jun 10, 2022 13:54
Planning for North Connacht power line to be submitted this month
A consultation for the project took place last year.
May 11, 2022 13:22
Eirgrid don't expect any new pylons locally as part of national upgrade
No works are planned for Monaghan or Leitrim .
Nov 12, 2021 13:28
National power grid to undergo major upgrade
The upgrade is set to cost over one billion euro.
Nov 10, 2021 09:24
Local energy expert feels Lanesboro Power Plant could help avoid Winter crisis
There could be major outages between now and 2026.
Sep 29, 2021 13:19
Former environment minister fears electricity blackouts over coming months
EirGrid says this winter will be 'challenging'
Sep 29, 2021 08:25
EirGrid encourage north Connacht communities to join new forum
An information evening will be held over Zoom on Thursday.
Sep 19, 2021 15:24
EirGrid announce best route option for North Connacht power supply line
It's hoped an application for planning permission will be lodged next year.
Sep 7, 2021 08:21
Eirgrid to underground cable between Ballina and Ballaghadereen
The option they have chosen will run alongside the main road from Ballina to Ballaghaderreen and they hope to be able to begin work inside the next two years
Mar 18, 2021 16:50Shannonside Newsletter
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