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Northern Ireland saved £243 million in 2023 by using wind power. Image: Rossographer.
October 13, 2020

‘Shortcomings’ of Northern Ireland’s Renewable Obligations scheme highlighted despite renewables growth

​A number of "shortcomings" in the design of Northern Ireland’s Renewable Obligation scheme (NIRO) have been identified, allowing the rate of return to be in excess of 20% for some generators.

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