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New anaerobic digestion training course launched
Stephen Robb
A new course launched by Cré aims to help the development and roll out of anaerobic digestion technology in Ireland, writes Stephen Robb.
New anaerobic digestion training course launched
Watch: wind farms – a lot more than meets the eye
25 December 2023 Renewables
Watch: wind farms – a lot more than meets the eye
The Irish Farmers Journal visited the recently completed Lenalea wind farm in Donegal to see what makes them tick.
Renewables: the next 12 months has a lot to deliver
20 December 2023 Renewables
Renewables: the next 12 months has a lot to deliver
The country is still not seeing the pace of renewable development that a climate, biodiversity and energy crisis would warrant, a sentiment shared by many in both the industry and officialdom.
Farm renewables – the lay of the land
Stephen Robb runs through current schemes for renewable energy generation on farms and previews what’s coming down the line.
19 April 2023 Renewables
Woodchip and biogas in the heart of Tyrone
From supplying biomass boilers, to building a biogas plant and supplying woodchip to businesses, Tyrone-based Gavin Winters is no stranger to finding the opportunities in renewables.
19 April 2023 Renewables
What to know about TAMS III and solar PV
The Solar Capital Investment Scheme, part of TAMS III, is an opportunity to future-proof your farm business, writes Stephen Robb.
19 April 2023 Renewables
Farm renewable opportunities just getting started
Stephen Robb previews this springs special Renewable Energy focus feature which aims to shine a light on the potential renewable energy opportunities for farmers.
19 April 2023 Renewables
Conducting a farm energy audit
Stephen Robb joined Kevin Carey of Atlantic Energy Consulting as he conducted an SEAI energy audit with dairy farmer Thomas Francis in Ballyvaughan, Co Clare.
19 April 2023 Renewables
Understanding your options in an option agreement
Agricultural law specialist and solicitor James Staines highlights key considerations for landowners who have entered into or been approached by renewable developers to enter into an option agreement.
19 April 2023 Renewables