Half of Ireland’s grid-scale electricity generated last year came from renewable sources.
24 August 2026
Gas was the largest energy source for electricity generation, responsible for 47% of generation.
Wind came in second and was the largest renewable source, providing 40% of generated electricity.
In June 2025, Ireland stopped all generation of electricity from coal.
Wind came in second and was the largest renewable source, providing 40% of generated electricity.
In June 2025, Ireland stopped all generation of electricity from coal.