On February 26, the Irish National Radio came the good news that ESB Networks officially confirmed that 1 GW of solar photovoltaic has been successfully connected to the grid, which marks a solid step forward in the use of renewable energy in Ireland and reached a new milestone. This important development not only demonstrates Ireland's commitment and strength in the green energy transition, but also sets an example for the development of renewable energy globally.

Ireland's electricity system has a peak demand of around 5.5 GW, and 1 GW of PV capacity means it can provide a clean, sustainable electricity supply to around 400,000 homes. This will not only help reduce dependence on traditional energy sources and reduce carbon emissions, but also provide more stable and reliable electricity service for Irish homes and businesses.

Eamonn Ryan, Ireland's climate minister, warmly congratulated him. He noted that since the launch of the first solar farm in County Wicklow in May 2022, the adoption of photovoltaic power in Ireland has greatly accelerated. The spread of this technology not only provides farmers with a new source of income and supports employment, but also benefits communities across the country. By installing solar panels, farmers can not only turn idle roof space into economic benefits, but also contribute to environmental protection.

Eamonn Ryan also stressed that the Irish government has set a clear target of 8 gigawatts of installed solar capacity in Ireland by 2030. The present achievement is an important milestone in the process of realizing this goal. He said that the government will continue to increase investment and support in the field of renewable energy, promote the wide application of clean energy such as solar energy, and inject new impetus into the sustainable development of Ireland.

This achievement has also attracted wide attention from the international community. Many countries and organizations have expressed that Ireland's successful experience in the field of renewable energy is worth learning from and learning from. At the same time, it also provides strong support and encouragement for the global response to climate change and the realization of green transformation.

Looking to the future, we have reason to believe that with the continuous progress of technology and the continuous promotion of policies, Ireland's renewable energy industry will usher in broader prospects for development. Clean energy such as solar energy will play an increasingly important role in Ireland's energy mix, injecting new vitality into Ireland's economic development and social progress. Editor/Xu Shengpeng