Three storms last month helped wind to generate a record 53 per cent of Ireland’s electricity, which was a sizeable increase on January’s 33 per cent share, data fromCoal powered 11 per cent of Ireland’s electricity generation in February, which was more than twice the level during the same month last year.
Storms Dudley, Eunice and Franklin drove a record contribution from wind energy in Ireland’s electricity mix. Wind peaked at 77 per cent and never dropping below 8 per cent. “Being able to harness wind energy when it’s available and back it up with the flexibility and reliability of gas when it’s not, provides a secure and complete energy system for the people of Ireland.
Gas demand increased month-on-month across sectors such as construction , food and beverage and laundry .
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