Updated / Friday, 4 Jul 2025 14:19
A number of new solar power records were set in Ireland in June, new data from grid operator EirGrid shows.
Spells of fine weather on 6 June and 16 June saw new records set, with a final peak of 768 MW (Megawatts) set shortly before noon on Thursday 19 June.
Renewable electricity met 38% of demand in June, with 30% of total electricity needs being met by wind power and 5% coming from solar over the month.
Gas proved the single largest source of electricity generation in June at 36%, with imports at 23%.
Just over 1% of demand was met by coal, with June marking the last month in which it will be used for electricity generation following the final use of coal power at Moneypoint.
