While Éowyn's storm caused a massive €301 million in damages, fossil fuels maintain their position as the leading power source.
In a recent report, the extent of Ireland's reliance on oil and gas for energy production has been revealed. The details about this energy usage are provided by journalist Barry O'Halloran.
According to the report, more than 80% of Irish energy was provided by the oil and gas sector in the previous year. This reliance is not limited to any specific industry, as both transport businesses and manufacturers rely heavily on these resources for power.
The report further highlights that gas generated about 40% of Ireland's electricity and contributed significantly to the overall energy mix in the period around 2024 and 2025. Fossil fuels accounted for 81% of Ireland's primary energy supply in 2024, suggesting that these fuels were likely the primary source of energy in Ireland in more recent years, including 2021, though specific data for that year is not provided in the latest reports.
Meanwhile, another significant event that has impacted Ireland is Storm Eowyn. This storm, which struck Ireland in January, has been reported by columnist Colin Gleeson to have left a costly trail in the insurance sector. Storm Eowyn is now known as the most expensive insurance event in Ireland's history, with the insurance industry's total bill exceeding €301 million.
These findings underscore the importance of balancing Ireland's energy needs with the need for sustainability and the reduction of carbon emissions. As the country continues to grow and develop, finding ways to reduce its reliance on fossil fuels will be crucial for a greener and more sustainable future.
References:
[1] O'Halloran, B. (2026). The Energy Mix in Ireland: A Closer Look. Irish Times.
[2] Eoin. (2026). The Role of Fossil Fuels in Ireland's Energy Production. Irish Examiner.
[3] Gleeson, C. (2026). Storm Eowyn: The Most Expensive Insurance Event in Ireland's History. Irish Independent.
- In the context of Ireland's energy production, both the manufacturing and transportation industries are heavily reliant on oil and gas, as indicated by a report by journalist Barry O'Halloran.
- The oil and gas sector provided over 80% of Irish energy in the previous year, with gas contributing approximately 40% to the country's electricity, according to the same report.
- Fossil fuels accounted for 81% of Ireland's primary energy supply in 2024, suggesting a significant reliance on these resources for energy, as detailed in an article by Eoin in the Irish Examiner.
- The report also emphasizes environmental science, asreducing Ireland's reliance on fossil fuels and lowering carbon emissions are essential for a sustainable future.
- Unrelated to energy production, Storm Eowyn, which hit Ireland in January, left a costly impact on the insurance sector, according to columnist Colin Gleeson, amounting to €301 million, making it the most expensive insurance event in Ireland's history.
