Wind energy now accessible for medium and large corporations through a new Flogas agreement
In a significant move towards decarbonizing the Irish energy sector, Flogas Ireland and Ørsted Onshore Ireland have announced a new partnership aimed at making Corporate Power Purchase Agreements (CPPAs) more accessible to businesses across the country.
John Rooney, Managing Director at Flogas Ireland, stated that the company's vision is to "Democratise CPPAs", making renewable energy purchase agreements accessible to more Irish businesses. This initiative is expected to enable businesses beyond the largest multinationals to take direct ownership of renewable electricity procurement.
The partnership will enable businesses to directly source renewable electricity from the Knockawarriga wind farm in Co Limerick, operated by Ørsted. TJ Hunter, Vice President Onshore Ireland UK at Ørsted, mentioned that the company has been operating in the Irish market for decades, generating renewable energy for homes and businesses.
The first six businesses partnered with Knockawarriga wind farm include companies from financial services, insurance, manufacturing, hospitality, food production sectors, and include Walsh Mushrooms Group and Allianz Worldwide Care. Flogas aims to supply renewable energy to over 20 medium and large sized businesses within the next 12 months.
The rise in CPPA demand in Ireland plays a pivotal role in accelerating decarbonization. The Irish Government’s Climate Action Plan aims for 15% of electricity consumption to come from renewable electricity contracted under CPPAs by 2030, highlighting CPPAs as a strategic tool for achieving national decarbonization targets.
Participating companies from diverse sectors report that CPPAs enable them to reduce their carbon footprint reliably and cost-effectively while supporting local renewable energy infrastructure. Increased CPPA activity contributes to improved electricity supply chain transparency, cost stability, and more predictable renewable energy procurement, factors critical to corporate sustainability strategies and Ireland’s energy security.
From a market perspective, July 2025 saw surges in contracted capacity under PPAs in Ireland and Europe, reflecting strong business interest aligned with favorable climate and policy drivers. The new deal builds on Flogas's multi-buyer Corporate Power Purchase Agreement (CPPA) model, which supports decarbonisation efforts and reduces reliance on imported energy.
The new CPPA structure will increase electricity supply chain transparency and give control to medium and large companies for electricity procurement, supporting local Irish renewable power. This initiative is expected to contribute significantly to Ireland's transition to a low-carbon energy system.
In its 17 years of operations, the 22.5MW Knockawarriga wind farm has prevented over 33,000 tonnes of CO2 emissions per year. Wind farms such as Knockawarriga play a crucial role in Ireland's energy system, and efforts should be made to ensure they continue generating secure local energy for many decades.
This partnership is a testament to the growing interest in renewable energy among Irish businesses and the government's commitment to achieving its climate targets. As more businesses adopt CPPAs, Ireland is set to become a leader in renewable energy consumption, furthering its commitment to a sustainable future.
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