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Ireland's Wind Farms Generate 41% of Electricity in March

4/14/2026

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In March 2026, Irish wind farms generated 41% of the country's electricity, totaling 1,537 GWh, according to Wind Energy Ireland.
Kerry led wind production with 160 GWh, followed by Cork and Offaly.
Prices averaged €128.77 per megawatt-hour, up 19% from February, with windy-day prices at €94.20 and imported-fuel prices at €179.10.
Noel Cunniffe, CEO of Wind Energy Ireland, urged an Irish electrostate to secure clean electricity amid volatile fossil-fuel markets.

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In March 2026, Irish wind farms generated 41% of the country's electricity, totaling 1,537 GWh, according to Wind Energy Ireland.
Kerry led wind production with 160 GWh, followed by Cork and Offaly.
Prices averaged €128.77 per megawatt-hour, up 19% from February, with windy-day prices at €94.20 and imported-fuel prices at €179.10.
Noel Cunniffe, CEO of Wind Energy Ireland, urged an Irish electrostate to secure clean electricity amid volatile fossil-fuel markets.