The Irish Wind Energy Association (IWEA), the national body representing the wind energy sector in Ireland, has strongly welcomed an opinion poll conducted on its behalf by Ipsos MRBI which revealed that 80% of the Irish public support wind power. This opinion poll was taken from 916 respondents.

Reacting to this opinion poll, Kenneth Matthews, CEO of IWEA said this is a clear indication that there is widespread support for wind energy in Ireland.

“The support shown for the installation of wind farms emphasises that many Irish people see wind energy as a real alternative which will help stabilise their energy bills and also benefit Ireland in terms of jobs and investment to the local economy.”

Speaking at the Conference, Minister for Communications, Energy & Natural Resources, Pat Rabbitte said Ireland has abundant and excellent wind resources which will play a central part in our new electricity mix.