Overview
Kilgarvan is a 45 MW onshore wind farm in Ireland, operated by SWS. It contributes to Ireland's renewable energy targets under the EU Renewable Energy Directive III.
Kilgarvan is an operational onshore wind farm located in Ireland, developed and owned by SWS. With a capacity of 45 MW, it falls within the medium-scale range for Irish wind farms, which typically average 20-50 MW per project. The facility harnesses wind energy to generate electricity for the national grid, supporting Ireland's transition to a low-carbon energy system. The wind farm utilizes modern wind turbine technology typical of Irish onshore projects. Ireland's renewable energy sector operates under the EU Renewable Energy Directive III (2023/2413), which sets a binding target of 42.5% renewable energy by 2030. The country also has a national Climate Action Plan that includes ambitious offshore and onshore wind targets, supported by the Renewable Electricity Support Scheme (RESS) auction framework. Kilgarvan's electricity output helps reduce reliance on fossil fuels and contributes to Ireland's goal of achieving 80% renewable electricity by 2030. The facility's location in a rural area with consistent wind resources makes it a valuable asset for clean energy generation. Its operational status ensures ongoing contribution to grid stability and emissions reduction.
Environmental context
Onshore wind farms like Kilgarvan can have visual impacts on the landscape and may affect local bird and bat populations through collision risks. However, proper siting and environmental assessments help mitigate these effects. The facility operates in a region with strong wind resources, typical of Ireland's Atlantic climate, which supports high capacity factors for wind energy. Grid integration challenges are managed through national infrastructure planning and energy storage solutions.
Frequently asked questions
Kilgarvan wind farm is located in Ireland, with coordinates approximately 51.9342° N, -9.3269° W. It is an onshore wind facility operated by SWS.
Kilgarvan wind farm has a capacity of 45 megawatts (MW), making it a medium-scale onshore wind project typical of Irish wind farms.
Kilgarvan wind farm is owned and operated by SWS, a renewable energy company active in Ireland's wind energy sector.
Kilgarvan contributes to Ireland's goal of 80% renewable electricity by 2030 under the Climate Action Plan, aligned with the EU Renewable Energy Directive III target of 42.5% renewable energy by 2030.
Onshore wind farms in Ireland operate under the EU Renewable Energy Directive III, the national Climate Action Plan, and the Renewable Electricity Support Scheme (RESS), which provides auction-based support for renewable energy projects.