Northern Ireland has a target of at least 80% of electricity use from renewable sources by 2030.
More than half of the electricity used in Northern Ireland in 2022 came from local renewable sources, data suggests.2021 was a relatively poor year for renewable generation across Europe due to lower-than-average wind speeds.
Official figures show that February was the best month on record for renewables use in Northern Ireland, accounting for 76.5% of electricity consumption. Northern Ireland has a target of at least 80% of electricity consumption coming from renewable sources by 2030. The key source of renewable power is wind, accounting for more than 85% of renewable generation in 2022.Some imported electricity consumed in Northern Ireland is also generated from renewable sources outside Northern Ireland.A major part of getting to the 80% renewable electricity target is supposed to be the development of offshore wind farms.
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