Energia opens Ireland’s largest ever windfarm in Donegal

Coopers Marquees provided the marquee for the official opening of Energia's new 95 megawatt windfarm at Meenadreen, County Donegal. Coopers Marquees were delighted to be part of such a prestigious event.

The new windfarm was formally opened by Ian Thom, Group Chief Executive of Energia’s parent company Viridian Group and Peter Bailie, Managing Director of Energia Renewables, together with the Mayor of Donegal Town, Patricia Callaghan.

The 95-megawatt wind farm has 38 turbines standing 115m high with 90m rotor diameter. Speaking at the recent official opening, Managing Director of Energia Renewables, Peter Baillie said, “This is an internationally prestigious development which is contributing to economic growth and the wellbeing of communities across the island of Ireland through the clean and efficient production of renewable energy.”

Adding, “we look forward to our continuing partnership with our neighbouring communities through the Meenadreen Community Fund. We will also be a continuing contributor of local authority rates for the lifespan of the windfarm which will be a minimum of 25 years.”

Coopers Marquees were delighted to be part of such a prestigious event and wish Energia the best for their future endeavors. To read more about the event click here.