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Norwegian IPP Statkraft has made final investment decisions (FID) in two solar PV projects in Ireland and the UK, combining 131MWp, in the second quarter of 2026.

The Irish renewable energy market has 'a very stable political landscape,' according to the BNRG Group's David Maguire.

The Irish renewable energy market is 'stable, with a regular cadence of activity,' according to the BNRG Group's David Maguire.

Statkraft has started commercial operations at two solar PV projects in the Republic of Ireland, with a combined capacity of 206MW.

In the fourth round the Irish Renewable Energy Support Scheme (RESS 4), approximately 1,334 MW of onshore renewable electricity won support.

The UK and the Ireland I-SEM are also top markets for renewables and battery energy storage systems (BESS) co-location in Europe.

Voltalia has reported earnings before interest, taxation, depreciation and amortisation (EBITDA) of €241.1 million (US$259 million) in 2023.

Despite having a healthy solar target, Ireland’s most recent renewable energy capacity auction saw a disappointing result for PV. Lena Dias Martins looks at the obstacles causing delays and barriers to the rollout of solar on the Emerald Isle.

The authors delve into the complexities and challenges of grid integration and compliance in the UK and Ireland markets.

The Q4 2023 edition of our downstream solar PV journal, PV Tech Power, is now available to download, leading with a focus on solar PV's resilience against extreme weather.