Mark Irwin
minirwin.bsky.social
Mark Irwin
@minirwin.bsky.social
Belfast based researcher looking at Renewable Energy Policy in UK and Ireland
Hybrids should be given more thought in the UK. Cheaper to buy, cheaper and quicker to install, and cheaper to run. Getting more people c.80% off fossil isn't a bad thing
February 2, 2025 at 4:09 PM
Agree. Sure the NI executive plan on renewables relies on offshore wind, even though the most advanced project, North Channel wind won't be ready until 2031 at the earliest. Worse, planning delays is frustrating repowering of existing wind farms, we could actually witness a decrease by 2030
January 25, 2025 at 11:51 PM
NI dumped out of its coveted "other" slot 😢
January 24, 2025 at 4:50 PM
That's probably it, renewables can't be more than 80% of demand due to the low frequency issues. Should be eased once SONI install the two new inertia compensators (c.2027)
January 24, 2025 at 2:19 PM
HVO should be limited to waste oil only, preferably UK and Ireland sourced. Supply is finite and should be used where it is most appropriate to reduce emissions, whether that be as diesel or as a blended kerosene for home heating.
January 16, 2025 at 11:38 AM