Ireland’s Astatine selected by Engie to deliver its first Irish onshore renewable projects

International energy provider Engie has announced its first Irish-based onshore renewable energy project, with Irish renewables specialist Astatine selected to build three new solar farms in Ireland in 2025.

The new solar farms, located in Galway and Limerick, will have a combined installed capacity of 18-megawatt peak (MWp), allowing them to generate enough electricity to deliver clean, renewable, affordable energy to 4,100 homes.

The solar farms in Dromsallagh (Limerick), Ardnadoman, and Rooaun (both Galway) are part of six projects awarded under last year’s Renewable Energy Support Scheme (RESS, a Government initiative designed to promote the development of utility-scale renewable energy sources in Ireland).

Dublin-based Astatine – along with TLI Group, which was also selected by Engie to be part of the project – will start building the initial three solar farms in January 2025, with the projects expected to be commissioned later in the year.

Astatine specialises in industrial-scale renewable energy solutions that help organisations decarbonise their power, heat, and transport requirements. The company offers a range of technologies including rooftop and ground-mounted solar PV as well as industrial heat pumps that can reduce carbon emissions and operating costs.

“We are proud and excited to have been selected by Engie to build the company’s first onshore renewable energy project here in Ireland,” said Tom Marren, co-founder and CEO of Astatine.

“These new solar farms in Galway and Limerick will allow more than 4,000 local households to access renewable energy at a lower cost than traditional grid electricity,” Mr Marren said. “Switching to solar power will also help to decarbonise these communities, reducing their greenhouse gas emissions and their reliance on fossil fuels.

“Working with Engie on this project is another significant step on Ireland’s decarbonisation journey and we can’t wait to get started,” Mr Marren added.

As part of its sustainable development strategy, Engie will also establish a community benefit fund for each of the new solar farms in Galway and Limerick. This fund will allocate circa. €34,000 per year to support local communities, to be overseen by a dedicated fund manager in Ireland.

Astatine is a leading Irish company specialising in industrial decarbonisation solutions for the power, heat, and transport sectors. With a commitment to reducing carbon emissions, Astatine offers innovative, turnkey solutions tailored to meet the unique needs of large energy users. From concept to completion, Astatine manages every stage of the project, ensuring seamless integration and maximum impact. Their portfolio includes advanced technologies such as Solar PV and high-efficiency heat pumps, delivering significant energy savings and sustainability benefits. Headquartered in Dublin, Astatine is dedicated to fostering long-term partnerships and driving the transition to a low-carbon future.

ENGIE is a global leader in low-carbon energy and services, dedicated to accelerating the transition to a carbon-neutral world. Headquartered in France, ENGIE operates in over 70 countries, partnering with governments, businesses, and communities to drive the energy transition. Intending to achieve net zero carbon by 2045, ENGIE is at the forefront of developing and implementing strategies that balance environmental responsibility with economic growth.