BnM has completed decommissioning its oldest commercial wind farm at Bellacorick in County Mayo following the removal of 21 turbines.
BnM said the site first opened in 1992 with a 6.45MW capacity and exceeded its expected 25-year operational lifecycle.
The company added that the wind farm generated enough electricity to power about 4,500 homes per year.
The decommissioning will make way for Phase 3 of Oweninny Wind Farm, where 18 new turbines are planned.
Turbine components from Bellacorick are being recycled by Plaswire, which took part in BnM’s 2025 Accelerate Green programme.
Minister of state Alan Dillon said: “Bellacorick Wind Farm holds a key place in Ireland’s renewable energy history.”
Dillon added: “The decommissioning of the site to make way for modern renewable infrastructure as part of Oweninny Wind Farm, reflects how far Ireland has progressed in delivering a sustainable energy future.”
Tom Egan, BnM head of asset management, said: “Bellacorick stands as a milestone in Ireland’s renewable energy journey.”
Egan stated: “As we transition the site into Oweninny Phase 3, we’re unlocking further potential for next-generation renewable energy powered by cutting-edge, more efficient technology-driving progress toward a sustainable Ireland.”
Andrew Billingsley, chief executive of Plaswire, said: “End-of-life turbine materials present a real challenge for the renewable energy sector.”
Billingsley added: “By creating practical circular solutions, we are helping to reduce the environmental footprint of wind energy and support a more sustainable future.”