The European Energy Commissioner will visit Clare tomorrow for a major conference on the future of renewable energy.
Last July, the Shannon Estuary Economic Taskforce unveiled it’s plans to harvest 30 Gigga-Watts of Atlantic offshore wind energy in the region by 2050.
The potential output would be enough to satisfy Ireland’s current electricity demand five times over and it’s hoped that Commissioner Kadri Simson will engage with key industry and political stakeholders to maximise export opportunities.
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The event is being organised by Mountshannon Fianna Fáil Senator Timmy Dooley who believes it will bring major benefits for Clare and the wider MidWest region.
You can listen to the full interview below.
