Major EU offshore wind deal struck in Dun Laoghaire 'in response to Russia's war on energy'

Nine countries, including Ireland, vowed to meet 85% of the EU's offshore wind target by 2050, Minister Eamon Ryan confirmed today.

And with seas seven times our landmass, the Minister for the Environment, Climate and Communications believes we are well placed to support the drive away from fossil fuels for our energy security, climate and economy.

Ireland is co-president of the North Seas Energy Cooperation which also includes Belgium, Denmark, France, Germany, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Norway, Sweden and the European Commission.