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Caroline O'Doherty
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Environment Correspondent, Irish Independent
Dublin
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By Caroline O'Doherty Verified| Irish Independent Verified Under new rules, each region will have to host a quota of new wind turbines and solar arrays, to be divided out among local authorities. It means councils will have to approve more renewable energy projects and that local objectors will face extra hurdles in arguing their case. “Regional renewable electricity capacity allocations” have been introduced after half of all wind and solar projects were refused permission last year.
Move to limit wind-farm objections, but campaigners say climate plan ‘fails to put the brakes on pollution’
By Caroline O'Doherty Verified| Irish Independent Verified Move to limit wind-farm objections, but campaigners say climate plan ‘fails to put the brakes on pollution’Country on course for 29pc emissions reduction by 2030, way off 51pc targetObjections to wind farms and solar parks have slowed down Ireland’s already sluggish emissions reduction efforts.
By Caroline O'Doherty Verified| Irish Independent Verified Under new rules, each region will have to host a quota of new wind turbines and solar arrays, to be divided out among local authorities. It means councils will have to approve more renewable energy projects and that local objectors will face extra hurdles in arguing their case. “Regional renewable electricity capacity allocations” have been introduced after half of all wind and solar projects were refused permission last year.
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Irish Independent
The Irish Independent is Ireland's largest-circulation daily newspaper, founded in January 1905 by William Martin Murphy. Owned by Mediahuis Ireland, it operates as a compact-format publication focusing on news, politics, business, sports, and culture. The newspaper has a rich history, having evolved from its early alignment with moderate nationalism to a more centrist editorial stance. The Irish Independent offers a daily newspaper that includes national and international news, opinion pieces, and investigative journalism. Its digital platform, Independent.ie, provides 24/7 access to news, podcasts, and video content. The publication has expanded its reach through acquisitions of local papers and features specialized supplements covering business, lifestyle, and sports. Under Mediahuis, the Irish Independent has embraced digital transformation, ensuring its continued relevance in the media landscape.
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