EDF power solutions Ireland, the Irish subsidiary of French energy company EDF, will begin construction of the approximately 80-megawatt Taduff Solar Park in County Roscommon later this month, according to reNEWS.

Located approximately six kilometres southwest of Athlone, the solar facility will generate electricity for around 20,000 homes whilst contributing to Ireland's 2030 climate objectives.

The solar farm anticipates operational status by spring 2028, when a community benefit fund of approximately €180,000 (£152,800) per year will be established for 15 years. The fund will support local initiatives and activities, whilst the project will contribute to the local economy through commercial rates paid to Roscommon County Council.

Paul Gallagher, head of onshore technologies at EDF power solutions Ireland, said: "We're delighted to be starting construction of Taduff Solar Park. This is a major milestone for a project that will help improve Ireland's energy security and sovereignty, while also reducing carbon emissions and the country's overreliance on fossil fuels."

Gallagher noted solar energy represents an increasingly important component of Ireland's energy mix, with EDF power solutions having led developments in Ireland by connecting some of the country's first grid-scale solar farms in 2023. "Taduff Solar Park builds on this solar success story, and we're committed to working closely with local groups and stakeholders to ensure the benefits of the project are shared across the community," he stated.

The developer collaborates with Roscommon County Council, contractors and local stakeholders to deliver the project whilst minimising disruption during construction activities. The development represents continued expansion of large-scale solar infrastructure across Ireland as the country advances renewable energy capacity to meet binding climate targets and reduce fossil fuel dependency.

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