Irelands offshore wind resource

Ireland is rich in offshore wind energy resources and it is now government policy that we use them to reduce green house gas emissions and improve Ireland’s security of energy supply.

Sustainable Energy Ireland offshore wind resource map

In renewable energy circles, Ireland is regarded as the country with the greatest wind and wave potential to supply Europe's future energy needs. Over the next few years Ireland has the opportunity to become a centre of excellence in marine energy technology and to export energy, technology and expertise in this field.