NIRIG publishes New Energy Strategy

The Northern Ireland Renewables Industry Group (NIRIG) has today published an ambitious and far-reaching Energy Strategy which sets out a pathway to decarbonise the energy sector by 2050, promoting economic development and generating low-cost energy for consumers.

Northern Ireland’s current Strategic Energy Framework has facilitated a world-leading energy system, achieving a rapid growth in low-cost, low-carbon electricity. Onshore wind is helping reduce electricity costs in the all-island Single Electricity Market, delivering savings to consumers. Each wind turbine represents £2.7 million investment in the local economy throughout its lifetime and local companies are developing world-leading renewable and storage technologies. All the signs point to... ... More: Official Press Release RES

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NIRIG, RES; Northern Ireland, energy sector, decarbonisation