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Ireland Becomes Coal-Free, Aims for 37% Wind Power

6/21/2025

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On June 20, Ireland proudly joined the ranks of coal-free nations in Europe by shutting down the Moneypoint coal plant. This pivotal move not only bolsters the country's renewable energy ambitions—projecting 37% of electricity from wind by 2024—but also ignites calls from activists for reduced oil reliance and a focus on gas alternatives as other nations follow suit.

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On June 20, Ireland proudly joined the ranks of coal-free nations in Europe by shutting down the Moneypoint coal plant. This pivotal move not only bolsters the country's renewable energy ambitions—projecting 37% of electricity from wind by 2024—but also ignites calls from activists for reduced oil reliance and a focus on gas alternatives as other nations follow suit.