Friday, April 30, 2010
By Geoff Percival
THE potential tangible benefits of a successful wind energy sector were unveiled yesterday, with experts estimating 60,000 jobs could be created as part of its development.
The National Offshore Wind Association of Ireland (NOW) and Enterprise Ireland will host an information and networking event in Dublin’s Alexander Hotel next Friday, aimed at attracting firms who may interested in becoming part of the supply chain to the wind energy industry.
At its launch yesterday, NOW Ireland chief, Brian Britton, stated the benefit of Ireland getting involved. "The British Government and UK companies have been proactive in seeking to tap into this market.
"Recent weeks have seen major job announcements by international market leaders – such as Iberdrola, GE and Mitsubishi – locating operations in the UK. Ireland is perfectly positioned to attract this foreign investment and also to build our own indigenous businesses. Industry sources have estimated that 60,000 jobs will be created in offshore wind development in the next two decades.
"Ireland needs to be fighting for its share of them. This event is a key part in helping Irish companies to secure business."
More than €50 billion is due to be invested in the Irish Sea and Celtic Sea in the next 20 years.
Source: http://www.irishexaminer.com/business/kfkfidojojau/rss2/
By Geoff Percival
THE potential tangible benefits of a successful wind energy sector were unveiled yesterday, with experts estimating 60,000 jobs could be created as part of its development.
The National Offshore Wind Association of Ireland (NOW) and Enterprise Ireland will host an information and networking event in Dublin’s Alexander Hotel next Friday, aimed at attracting firms who may interested in becoming part of the supply chain to the wind energy industry.
At its launch yesterday, NOW Ireland chief, Brian Britton, stated the benefit of Ireland getting involved. "The British Government and UK companies have been proactive in seeking to tap into this market.
"Recent weeks have seen major job announcements by international market leaders – such as Iberdrola, GE and Mitsubishi – locating operations in the UK. Ireland is perfectly positioned to attract this foreign investment and also to build our own indigenous businesses. Industry sources have estimated that 60,000 jobs will be created in offshore wind development in the next two decades.
"Ireland needs to be fighting for its share of them. This event is a key part in helping Irish companies to secure business."
More than €50 billion is due to be invested in the Irish Sea and Celtic Sea in the next 20 years.
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