Why Ireland for Green Economy Investment

Sustainability is one of the most pressing concerns across the globe and Ireland is a hive of activity in this space, with opportunities for renewable energy from offshore wind, and support for companies looking to decarbonise their operations:

A Green Commitment

Ireland has one of the most ambitious decarbonisation plans of any country in the world, making it an attractive location for global companies to expand or invest in for the first time.

• Target of at least 80% electricity generation from renewables by 2030.
• 2nd highest in Europe for wind and solar energy production per capita.

A Sustainable Location

Ireland is ready for renewables. As Europe’s most westerly country on the Atlantic coast, Ireland benefits from abundant wind energy and fast wind speeds.

• 1st in the world for share of electricity demand provided by onshore wind.
• Ambitious offshore wind energy plans to reduce reliance on fossil fuels.

National climate commitment

The Climate Action Plan is an all-government commitment with support across the political spectrum. The Irish Government is backing this pledge by setting its GHG emissions reduction targets in law.

• Irish emissions targets to be legally binding and enforceable.
• Government plans aligned to UN Sustainable Development Goals.

Meet your green goals

Ireland is the place to achieve your sustainability targets. Many FDI operations here are already leading their corporation’s global drive to reach net zero — making them more competitive in the process.

• 66% of IDA Ireland’s top 100 clients have made net zero carbon pledges.
• 15 of IDA Ireland’s top 40 clients are achieving A ratings on sustainability.

Supporting sustainability efforts

Avail of IDA Ireland’s suite of grants for sustainable projects, with financial support for initiatives ranging from developing climate action plans to decarbonisation projects, and for developing next-generation green economy technologies.

• Feasibility and research grants, plus tax incentives for R&D activity.
• Support 50 environmental transformations for lowering client carbon emissions.

Find out more about why Ireland is a great place for green investment and all the ways we are the right fit for your business at idaireland.com/why-companies-choose-ireland