ESB and Bord na Mona have launched the 192MW Oweninny wind farm in North Mayo, Ireland.
The project, delivered in two phases, represents a total investment by ESB and Bord na Móna of €320m.
In 2019, during phase one, 29 turbines were erected, while in late 2023, phase two, consisting of 31 machines, entered commercial operation. The site is financed by a consortium of banks including AIB, BNP Paribas and the EIB.
Minister for the Environment, Climate and Communications Eamon Ryan said: “This really is a significant day for Ireland, and for Mayo, as we officially open the country’s largest onshore wind farm.
“This flagship project by ESB and Bord na Mona at Oweninny showcases what we can achieve, and what must be done, to deliver the clean energy we need to reduce our dependence on imported fossil fuel. The power of our own natural resources is incredible.”
ESB chief executive Paddy Hayes added: “Oweninny Wind Farm is another important step for ESB and for Ireland towards Net Zero. I would like to commend Bord na Mona for their partnership approach as we worked together to deliver what is now Ireland’s largest wind farm.
“Oweninny builds on our longstanding history of delivering projects of scale in North Mayo and the wider West of Ireland region. Renewable electricity reduces Ireland’s dependence on gas markets and contributes to Ireland’s ambitious climate action plan targets, supporting a Net Zero future for the customers and communities we serve.”