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Powering Prosperity with Renewable Energy Ireland

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Powering Prosperity with Renewable Energy Ireland

Each Thursday on Galway Talks, "Powering Prosperity with Renewable Energy Ireland" shines a spotlight on the future of clean energy.

Each week, host John Morley talks with industry experts and academics on the essential developments of Ireland’s indigenous, carbon-free energy sources. From wind and solar to breakthrough innovations, the conversation highlights how these technologies are not only reducing emissions but also driving economic growth and job creation.

As the nation embraces a more sustainable future, this weekly feature continues to inspire listeners with real stories shaping Ireland’s energy transformation.

Click  below to listen back to each episode:

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Episode 1:

This week John Morley spoke with Jim Breslin, Chairperson, Renewable Energy Ireland 

Episode 2:

Dr. Paul Deane is Senior Lecturer in Clean Energy Futures in UCC.  He is one of the top 5 most cited scientists globally in his field of energy modelling.  He has extensive experience in research on electricity and energy.

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Episode 3:

John Morley on Galway Talks spoke to Dave Linehan is Head of Policy with Wind Energy Ireland about developing the grid for the people of Galway 

Episode 4:

John Morley spoke with Justin Moran, Director External Affairs, Wind Energy Ireland and discussed -What does onshore wind energy do for us ?

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Episode 5:

John Morley spoke with James Delahunt of KPMG about - The Economic Impact of Renewables and Employment in Renewables

Episode 6:

John Morley spoke with JP O’Brien is Head of Solar Project Delivery for Statkraft Ireland about Solar Power on a Commercial Scale

Episode 7:

John Morley spoke to Bobby Smith of Energy Storage Ireland about energy storage, including battery storage and long duration energy storage.

Episode 8:

John Morley spoke to Susan Doyle, who works with MKO Planning and Environmental Consultancy about the interaction between hen harrier and wind farms in Ireland.

About Renewable Energy Ireland

Renewable Energy Ireland was established in January 2019 as an open partnership of sustainable energy associations working collectively to support the energy transition in Ireland.

Their shared vision is that by 2050 Ireland will be energy independent through using indigenous, clean, carbon-free renewable energy supported by, and supporting, communities across our country.

Powering Prosperity with Renewable Energy Ireland

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