Ireland's Love for Wind Energy Grows

More than four in five (83%) back wind energy / Significant increases in support for wind cutting CO2 emissions and providing cheaper electricity / 55% in favour of a wind farm being developed in their local area

A new Interactions opinion poll published yesterday for the Irish Wind Energy Association (IWEA) shows 83% of people support the use of wind power in the Republic of Ireland. There has also been a substantial increase in the number strongly in favour of wind to 54% (+7 points) compared to this time last year. The survey, carried out during the month of November, also shows a 12 point increase among rural residents who strongly support wind energy to 55% against 2017 results. IWEA... ... More: Official Press Release IWEA

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