ELECTRIC.IE • The Magazine & Website for the Irish Electrical Industry • 7 ORBIK BY OVIA SPECIALISTS IN EMERGENCY LIGHTING ON OFF Twin Spots Down Lights Exit Signs Bulkheads At Ovia, we understand that emergency lighting is not just another component, it’s a life safety system that must perform when everything else fails. That’s why Orbik products are built to the highest standards of durability, performance, and compliance. Multiple products within the range are available in black and white finishes. call: +353 1 9123462 email: sales@ovia.ie visit: ovia.ie I nLdE Du sVt Ar yNNC eE w s 2 GW of Installed Solar Power Surpassed - A Landmark in the Nation’s Clean Energy Journey On the 13th November Ireland celebrated a landmark moment in its clean energy transition, with national solar capacity surpassing 2 GW for the first time. This milestone reflects the remarkable pace of growth in Ireland’s renewable energy sector. Since our first solar farm was energised in April 2022, national capacity has expanded to 2.1 GW, supported by over 155,000 rooftop installations across homes, farms and businesses. At its summer peak, solar supplied more than 21 per cent of national electricity demand – equivalent to powering one in five light bulbs in Ireland. Darragh O’Brien TD, Minister for Climate, Energy and the Environment, welcomed the achievement as a clear sign of progress: "This is a milestone that every community in Ireland can share in. Solar energy is now part of daily life, powering homes, farms, and businesses across the country and helping to cut bills and emissions alike. Passing 2 GW shows what’s possible when Government, system operators, and industry work together towards a shared goal. Ireland’s clean-energy future isn’t decades away – it’s happening now." John O’Connor, Head of Programme Delivery at ESB Networks, noted the scale of the national effort to integrate new renewable generation and modernise Ireland’s grid: "ESB Networks is very proud that Ireland has reached this milestone. This really significant achievement reflects the collective efforts of domestic customers, large utility-scale developers, communities and the strong support of Government in driving Ireland’s renewable energy transition."
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