Wind Energy Ireland

This week we held a webinar on the RE:HARRIER project, which explores how hen harriers interact with wind energy developments in Ireland. The project is funded by the Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland (SEAI). The webinar shared on-going research to inform conservation & environmental guidelines. Thank you to everyone who attended online – if you missed it, you can watch the webinar back here ➡️ https://lnkd.in/eX7hwTSb..

We're #hiring a new GTS Network Administrator (9 month contract) in Ireland. Apply today or share this post with your network.

🚨 We’re hiring 🚨 Wind Energy Ireland is looking for two Network Administrators to join our dynamic team and support the growth of renewable energy in Ireland. 🔷 GTS Network Administrator – Coordinate training activities within Green Tech Skillnet (GTS), the training unit of WEI. 🔷Network Administrator – Coordinate training activities within the Skillnet Offshore Wind Academy. If you are self-motivated, detail-oriented, and ready to make a difference in the renewable energy sector, we want to hear from you! 👉 Find out more and apply here: https://lnkd.in/e4QWjB2a

We're delighted to announce Blake Clough Consulting as one of the newest members of Wind Energy Ireland. Blake Clough Consulting is a specialist energy consultancy with a focus on the electricity networks. They cover a range of areas relating to power systems analysis, feasibility studies, project engineering, innovation, regulation and technical strategy, with a strong emphasis on our customer relationships. They are passionate about the decarbonisation of the energy system and the transition to “Net Zero” and aim to support our clients to accelerate this change as effectively as possible, whether that be local authorities, large network companies, private developers etc. Their clients range from electricity network operators, regulators and public sector organisations through to private developers, both onshore and offshore, looking to develop projects connecting into the electricity networks. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/exTPU5H5

We're delighted to announce GreentechHQ as one of the newest members of Wind Energy Ireland. GreenTech HQ, located in Enniscorthy, Co. Wexford, is Ireland’s premier Sustainability Innovation Hub. They empower southeast businesses through best practices, innovative ideas, and sustainable growth strategies. Their cutting-edge facility features hot desks, private offices, and event spaces with secure connectivity, perfect for remote workers, start-ups, and established companies looking for a collaborative environment. Learn more about them: https://lnkd.in/e5ieZcEH

Congratulations to the new Minister for Transport, Environment & Energy Darragh O'Brien TD. We’re looking forward to working with you to make Ireland energy independent and to provide Irish families and businesses with clean, affordable, secure power. 

The Wind Energy Ireland Research Team were thrilled to have such a varied and high-level range of selected poster entries on display at our dedicated Research Poster Room during our Annual Conference. The event was a great knowledge-sharing and networking opportunity for researchers, students and industry peers. Congratulations to poster event winner Anthony Gibbons of Maynooth University for his poster, “Using Generative AI to improve bird call classification at wind farms 🏆🎉 Thank you to the sponsors of our Research Poster Room 2025 event, Bord na Móna | Ocean Winds Joint Venture. 🔗 For more information on WEI Research, click here: https://lnkd.in/dzMSKbrd

📣𝐀𝐍𝐍𝐎𝐔𝐍𝐂𝐄𝐌𝐄𝐍𝐓📣 𝐍𝐞𝐰 𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐰𝐞𝐛𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐫, '𝐍𝐚𝐯𝐢𝐠𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐧𝐞𝐰 𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐃𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐩𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐀𝐜𝐭 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟒' - 𝐅𝐫𝐢𝐝𝐚𝐲 𝟎𝟕 𝐅𝐞𝐛𝐫𝐮𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝐚𝐭 𝟏𝟏:𝟎𝟎 Due to unforeseen circumstances associated with the red weather warning issued by Met Éireann, the decision has been taken to postpone tomorrow’s webinar. It will now take place on Friday, 07 February from 11:00 - 12:00. All registered attendees will receive a reminder with joining details ahead of the new date, and there's still an opportunity to register for the event if you missed it! Register here ➡️ https://lnkd.in/dA6YZWP7 We look forward to seeing you on the 07 February. Green Tech Skillnet Arthur Cox LLP

Join us this Friday 24th January, 10:00 -11:00am for our webinar, '𝙉𝙖𝙫𝙞𝙜𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙣𝙚𝙬 𝙋𝙡𝙖𝙣𝙣𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝘿𝙚𝙫𝙚𝙡𝙤𝙥𝙢𝙚𝙣𝙩 𝘼𝙘𝙩 - 𝙬𝙝𝙖𝙩 𝙙𝙤𝙚𝙨 𝙞𝙩 𝙢𝙚𝙖𝙣 𝙛𝙤𝙧 𝙬𝙞𝙣𝙙 𝙚𝙣𝙚𝙧𝙜𝙮 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙬𝙝𝙖𝙩'𝙨 𝙣𝙚𝙭𝙩?'. In October 2024, the Planning and Development Bill passed all stages of the legislative process and was signed into law by the Irish President. The new legislation will be a critical enabler for the wind energy industry to help Ireland reach its climate goals, provide more affordable clean energy to power our communities and secure our supply of clean electricity. Join us and our guest speakers from Arthur Cox LLP for an overview of: ➡️The key legislative provisions in Ireland’s new Planning and Development Act 2024 relating to wind energy ➡️The development of secondary legislation and what it means for industry ➡️Next steps for commencement and implementation of the Act ℹ️ Register now - it's free and everyone is welcome: https://lnkd.in/e3EF4hDt Green Tech Skillnet

Maximise Your WEI Membership in 2025! Are you a current member of Wind Energy Ireland, or thinking about joining? Join us on 23rd January 2025, 2-3 pm for an exclusive Membership Info Webinar and hear directly from the WEI team about: ☑️ Key membership benefits ☑️ 2025 events & networking opportunities ☑️ Committees, working groups & training support ☑️ Access to industry insights & updates Register now: https://lnkd.in/edQCY22q