"And so, everybody smiles and flaps excitedly like turkeys watching the kitchen table being set for a hearty Christmas dinner. All parties imagining themselves sitting down together to enjoy a 900 acre North Galway feast. Many though, ignorant of an Orwellian fact from Animal Farm.
Some smiles are more equal than others."
Will the good people of Monivea and Abbeyknockmoy fight back against this Globalist abomination ? I really hope they do and if so, they should be backed up by the whole province of Connaught for as long as it takes to send those destructive solar profit jockeys away into the sunset on a permanent basis.
If they don't and agree to accept the destruction of their beautiful fertile farmland, well what can be done! They will be sacrificing their future and the destiny of their children and grandchildren to the turkeys voting for Christmas brigade.
Lets hope they find their courage and strength to do the right thing for their own sakes and all of us.
By the tone of the Tuam Herald article, it seemed to imply that it was already a done deal....no objection whatsoever. That is not journalism, that is compliance to tyrants!
They shouldn't be called Farms, because they're not, this is a made up word. Also when these big corporations say they're consulting with the locals, what are the chances they are. I think that's another lie. I wish the people could understand the whole climate is an invented thing, like de covid, but it's probably too late with all the logos around the place. Reminds me of the introduction of the mask to keep the convid lie going. Great writing Gerry. Can you send it to all the TDs or something too
Thanks Gerry, for reminding me what good decent journalism looks like. On the topic itself, should not the whole of the West of Ireland just be declared a UNESCO world heritage site? Then just bugger off to the French vultures and case closed (or try it on the Riviera - more sun there). That would take some local political will to achieve.
Great idea for a series Gerry. It's something to consider every time we see a 'UN Development Goals' insignia on an An Post van, a primary school with a 'Green Schools™ flag', or (as I found recently) a small local bookshop which is actually a 'social enterprise' funded by a billionaire and pushes social agendas.
In west Cork there are constant proposals for collosal wind turbine farms ..the locals get together and put a lot of energy into opposing them and often they win but then a different company swoops in with a new proposal for the same or near area ,and most are not Irish companies. Another energy drain .. I think these things need a whole Ireland strategy . My daughters boyfriend has been working as an electrician apprentice with a big enough Irish company but it was recently sold to a much larger French company who took it over . ...
Great work Gerry. You're not only a talented creative writer, but you're an effective investigator too, which is arguably more important in the dangerous times in which we live. Ireland's natural resources have been pillaged by international interests for decades-I well remember the Rossport /Shell natural gas controversy of a decade ago, when the only people jailed were the five local heroes who tried to stop the Norwegian corporate theft of Irish natural resources. I look forward to reading about how local activists will step up and challenge this greenwashed solar steal of arable farmland. And to the next exposeé.
Isn't it a pity Ireland has only one TD in Mattie Mc Grath.
Gerry, I know you need to make living but if you make excellence content like this available to local communities you would surely get some financial support for your general content?
Excellent work Gerry. Particularly on emphasising the leverage power production would give these monsters in promoting their other military investments. Also the access they have to EU structural & military funds. While one might nievely expect local media to apply basic journalistic principles for the benefit of communities, it seem they are in receipt of so much gov/taxpayers money that they are not to be trusted either. Never mind their corporate ownership by likes of Mediahuis.
Mighty article there Gerry. These people would drive u stone mad cause u know with the help of their hench men and the useful idiots they will pull it off. They present themselves as if there doing us a favour. Secular saints. For them it's all about getting the communication piece right to keep us happy or at least confused. That's why these people despise social media cause it allows people to expose them for the scoundrels they are. They and their political facilitators shout disinformation, misinformation. There ruthless though and will be hard stopped cause ultimately it's all about the cash. Follow the money as they say.
I'm pasting directly, sorry for the length, but you are correct in your conclusion.
I looked into this last year (for myself, I don't have a platform) as I couldn't understand the crazy shenanigans I read being reported about the steep increases in energy for UK residents. I discovered the renewable scam is foreign owned and unaccountable to local and countrywide politicians, especially corrupt in Scotland. It is a massive money circus. It is moving now to your beautiful country. Wake up your fellow citizens with your talented investigations and writing.
here is what some inquiries returned: from google
1. countries with largest investment in solar energy in Ireland
AI Overview
While it's difficult to pinpoint exact investment figures from specific countries in Ireland's solar energy sector, available information suggests that Japan and Denmark are key players in this area. Japanese companies have made significant investments in Irish renewable energy companies, including solar energy. Additionally, a Danish company recently announced a large solar investment fund that includes Ireland.
Here's a more detailed breakdown:
Japan:
Japanese companies like Mitsui & Co. and Mitsubishi Corporation have invested in Irish renewable energy companies, including those involved in solar energy. For example, Mitsui & Co. acquired a stake in Mainstream Renewable Energy, a company with a large portfolio of renewable energy assets, including solar projects.
Denmark:
A Danish company, whose name is not specified in the provided search results, announced a major solar investment fund that includes Ireland. Additionally, the Danish Ambassador to Ireland has highlighted the role of Danish companies in supporting Ireland's renewable energy goals, particularly in solar.
Other European Countries:
Several other European countries are also investing in or developing solar energy in Ireland. For example, Norwegian energy giant Statkraft acquired rights to build several solar farms in Ireland. Additionally, Irish solar farms are also part of a larger European solar fund by a Danish company, according to IDA Ireland.
Ireland's Domestic Market:
The Irish government is actively promoting solar energy development through various policies and incentives, including the Renewable Electricity Support Scheme (RESS) and the Micro-generation Support Scheme, according to PVKnowhow.
It's important to note that the solar energy sector in Ireland is still relatively new, but it's experiencing rapid growth, and the government is actively working to attract further investment to meet its renewable energy targets, according to visionsolar.ie.
How Ireland Is Becoming a leader in Renewable Energy ...
Ireland and Japan Partner to Boost Renewables. The potential of Ireland's renewable energy sector has attracted keen interest from... Reuters Plus Studio
Obton to invest €300m in the Irish solar energy sector
Through Shannon Energy and our business partners, we are in a great position to do just that in Ireland.” Commenting on the invest... Obton.com
Solar energy Ireland: 8 Amazing Benefits for a Sustainable Future
Apr 4, 2025 — The Irish government is actively promoting solar energy to reduce the country's reliance on fossil fuels. The recent Cl... PVKnowhow
2. These are results for countries with largest ownership of energy projects and investments in Ireland
Based on the provided information, several countries hold significant ownership and investment in Ireland's energy projects, particularly in the renewable energy sector:
Japan: Several large Japanese companies, such as Mitsui & Co. and Mitsubishi Corporation, have demonstrated keen interest and made significant investments in Ireland's renewable energy sector. Mitsubishi Corporation, for example, took full control of the renewable energy trading firm ElectroRoute in 2022.
Norway: Norwegian state-owned companies are among those investing in Ireland's offshore wind projects.
France: Similar to Norway, French state-owned companies are also investing in Ireland's offshore wind sector.
Germany: The German multinational energy company, RWE, holds a controlling interest in offshore wind projects in Ireland.
Canada: The Ontario Teachers' Pension Plan fund from Canada is also an investor in Ireland's offshore wind projects.
Ireland's government is actively seeking foreign direct investment in the energy sector, particularly in offshore wind, to achieve ambitious renewable energy targets. International and foreign investment is considered a "competitive necessity" for developing this market. This suggests that Ireland is likely to continue attracting investment from a diverse range of international sources in the future.
3. UK energy sector foreign ownership
In the UK's energy sector, several countries have significant ownership in energy projects, particularly within the offshore wind industry.
Here are some key insights regarding foreign ownership:
Denmark: According to the Yorkshire Post, Denmark is a significant foreign owner in the UK's offshore wind industry, with a noteworthy 44% being public foreign entities. Denmark also owns 50% of Ørsted, which is the world's largest developer of offshore wind power and operates in the UK.
France: EDF Energy UK, a major UK electricity supplier, is 100% owned by Électricité de France, which is majority-owned by the French government.
Sweden: A Swedish company owns the largest onshore wind farm in Wales. Sweden's Vattenfall also operates in the UK.
Spain: ScottishPower is 100% owned by Iberdrola, a Spanish multinational.
Germany: E.ON UK is a subsidiary of the German parent company E.ON SE.
Norway: The Norwegian state owns Statkraft, the largest renewables generator in Europe, which operates in the UK. Norway's Equinor also operates in the UK.
Other significant points:
Overall foreign ownership: Approximately 80% of the UK's offshore wind industry is under foreign ownership.
Economic implications: This foreign ownership means that profits from UK operations often benefit other nations, raising questions about domestic energy ownership and control.
Impact of government grants: A significant portion of UK government grants for energy has been awarded to foreign energy companies.
Note: While foreign investment plays a significant role in the UK energy sector, it's important to remember that companies like BP and Shell, although international, also have a substantial presence and operations within the UK
This must be what David Starkey refers to as Quango's,
---- a semipublic administrative body outside the civil service but receiving financial support from the government, which makes senior appointments to it.
I live in Minnesota but my Dad was from Leiterard, Galway. Mom was from BallyVourney, Cork. Ever since the Lisbon Treaty I've witnessed the destruction of Ireland bit by bit in the guise of "helping " the economy or being part of the fake climate change gobbledegook. The scamdemic and the so-called refugees (economic migrants) was another ruse to take over Ireland. The war against Ireland is real. It's just the strategy that has changed.
Great piece of investigative journalism Gerry.
"And so, everybody smiles and flaps excitedly like turkeys watching the kitchen table being set for a hearty Christmas dinner. All parties imagining themselves sitting down together to enjoy a 900 acre North Galway feast. Many though, ignorant of an Orwellian fact from Animal Farm.
Some smiles are more equal than others."
Will the good people of Monivea and Abbeyknockmoy fight back against this Globalist abomination ? I really hope they do and if so, they should be backed up by the whole province of Connaught for as long as it takes to send those destructive solar profit jockeys away into the sunset on a permanent basis.
If they don't and agree to accept the destruction of their beautiful fertile farmland, well what can be done! They will be sacrificing their future and the destiny of their children and grandchildren to the turkeys voting for Christmas brigade.
Lets hope they find their courage and strength to do the right thing for their own sakes and all of us.
By the tone of the Tuam Herald article, it seemed to imply that it was already a done deal....no objection whatsoever. That is not journalism, that is compliance to tyrants!
Thanks Aoife.
They shouldn't be called Farms, because they're not, this is a made up word. Also when these big corporations say they're consulting with the locals, what are the chances they are. I think that's another lie. I wish the people could understand the whole climate is an invented thing, like de covid, but it's probably too late with all the logos around the place. Reminds me of the introduction of the mask to keep the convid lie going. Great writing Gerry. Can you send it to all the TDs or something too
Well done Gerry, great article! 👏
Thanks Liz.
In 2025, there is no bigger idiot than those who sit down with their newspaper or in front of the “news” on tv, and believes it.
Thanks Gerry, for reminding me what good decent journalism looks like. On the topic itself, should not the whole of the West of Ireland just be declared a UNESCO world heritage site? Then just bugger off to the French vultures and case closed (or try it on the Riviera - more sun there). That would take some local political will to achieve.
There are loads of wide open spaces in Spain where the sun shines most of the year even though they chemtrail the fcuk out of the sky
Thank you Gerry.so are the people of Monivea to become collateral damage in the event of war.
Great idea for a series Gerry. It's something to consider every time we see a 'UN Development Goals' insignia on an An Post van, a primary school with a 'Green Schools™ flag', or (as I found recently) a small local bookshop which is actually a 'social enterprise' funded by a billionaire and pushes social agendas.
Excellent inaugural piece, look forward to the series.
Thanks Áine!
In west Cork there are constant proposals for collosal wind turbine farms ..the locals get together and put a lot of energy into opposing them and often they win but then a different company swoops in with a new proposal for the same or near area ,and most are not Irish companies. Another energy drain .. I think these things need a whole Ireland strategy . My daughters boyfriend has been working as an electrician apprentice with a big enough Irish company but it was recently sold to a much larger French company who took it over . ...
Great work Gerry. You're not only a talented creative writer, but you're an effective investigator too, which is arguably more important in the dangerous times in which we live. Ireland's natural resources have been pillaged by international interests for decades-I well remember the Rossport /Shell natural gas controversy of a decade ago, when the only people jailed were the five local heroes who tried to stop the Norwegian corporate theft of Irish natural resources. I look forward to reading about how local activists will step up and challenge this greenwashed solar steal of arable farmland. And to the next exposeé.
Isn't it a pity Ireland has only one TD in Mattie Mc Grath.
Thanks Anne.
Gerry, I know you need to make living but if you make excellence content like this available to local communities you would surely get some financial support for your general content?
Excellent work Gerry. Particularly on emphasising the leverage power production would give these monsters in promoting their other military investments. Also the access they have to EU structural & military funds. While one might nievely expect local media to apply basic journalistic principles for the benefit of communities, it seem they are in receipt of so much gov/taxpayers money that they are not to be trusted either. Never mind their corporate ownership by likes of Mediahuis.
A great read Gerry. You make a great detective!
Mighty article there Gerry. These people would drive u stone mad cause u know with the help of their hench men and the useful idiots they will pull it off. They present themselves as if there doing us a favour. Secular saints. For them it's all about getting the communication piece right to keep us happy or at least confused. That's why these people despise social media cause it allows people to expose them for the scoundrels they are. They and their political facilitators shout disinformation, misinformation. There ruthless though and will be hard stopped cause ultimately it's all about the cash. Follow the money as they say.
secular saints - love that phrase. consider it stolen :-)
👍👍👍
I'm pasting directly, sorry for the length, but you are correct in your conclusion.
I looked into this last year (for myself, I don't have a platform) as I couldn't understand the crazy shenanigans I read being reported about the steep increases in energy for UK residents. I discovered the renewable scam is foreign owned and unaccountable to local and countrywide politicians, especially corrupt in Scotland. It is a massive money circus. It is moving now to your beautiful country. Wake up your fellow citizens with your talented investigations and writing.
here is what some inquiries returned: from google
1. countries with largest investment in solar energy in Ireland
AI Overview
While it's difficult to pinpoint exact investment figures from specific countries in Ireland's solar energy sector, available information suggests that Japan and Denmark are key players in this area. Japanese companies have made significant investments in Irish renewable energy companies, including solar energy. Additionally, a Danish company recently announced a large solar investment fund that includes Ireland.
Here's a more detailed breakdown:
Japan:
Japanese companies like Mitsui & Co. and Mitsubishi Corporation have invested in Irish renewable energy companies, including those involved in solar energy. For example, Mitsui & Co. acquired a stake in Mainstream Renewable Energy, a company with a large portfolio of renewable energy assets, including solar projects.
Denmark:
A Danish company, whose name is not specified in the provided search results, announced a major solar investment fund that includes Ireland. Additionally, the Danish Ambassador to Ireland has highlighted the role of Danish companies in supporting Ireland's renewable energy goals, particularly in solar.
Other European Countries:
Several other European countries are also investing in or developing solar energy in Ireland. For example, Norwegian energy giant Statkraft acquired rights to build several solar farms in Ireland. Additionally, Irish solar farms are also part of a larger European solar fund by a Danish company, according to IDA Ireland.
Ireland's Domestic Market:
The Irish government is actively promoting solar energy development through various policies and incentives, including the Renewable Electricity Support Scheme (RESS) and the Micro-generation Support Scheme, according to PVKnowhow.
It's important to note that the solar energy sector in Ireland is still relatively new, but it's experiencing rapid growth, and the government is actively working to attract further investment to meet its renewable energy targets, according to visionsolar.ie.
How Ireland Is Becoming a leader in Renewable Energy ...
Ireland and Japan Partner to Boost Renewables. The potential of Ireland's renewable energy sector has attracted keen interest from... Reuters Plus Studio
Obton to invest €300m in the Irish solar energy sector
Through Shannon Energy and our business partners, we are in a great position to do just that in Ireland.” Commenting on the invest... Obton.com
Solar energy Ireland: 8 Amazing Benefits for a Sustainable Future
Apr 4, 2025 — The Irish government is actively promoting solar energy to reduce the country's reliance on fossil fuels. The recent Cl... PVKnowhow
2. These are results for countries with largest ownership of energy projects and investments in Ireland
Based on the provided information, several countries hold significant ownership and investment in Ireland's energy projects, particularly in the renewable energy sector:
Japan: Several large Japanese companies, such as Mitsui & Co. and Mitsubishi Corporation, have demonstrated keen interest and made significant investments in Ireland's renewable energy sector. Mitsubishi Corporation, for example, took full control of the renewable energy trading firm ElectroRoute in 2022.
Norway: Norwegian state-owned companies are among those investing in Ireland's offshore wind projects.
France: Similar to Norway, French state-owned companies are also investing in Ireland's offshore wind sector.
Germany: The German multinational energy company, RWE, holds a controlling interest in offshore wind projects in Ireland.
Canada: The Ontario Teachers' Pension Plan fund from Canada is also an investor in Ireland's offshore wind projects.
Ireland's government is actively seeking foreign direct investment in the energy sector, particularly in offshore wind, to achieve ambitious renewable energy targets. International and foreign investment is considered a "competitive necessity" for developing this market. This suggests that Ireland is likely to continue attracting investment from a diverse range of international sources in the future.
3. UK energy sector foreign ownership
In the UK's energy sector, several countries have significant ownership in energy projects, particularly within the offshore wind industry.
Here are some key insights regarding foreign ownership:
Denmark: According to the Yorkshire Post, Denmark is a significant foreign owner in the UK's offshore wind industry, with a noteworthy 44% being public foreign entities. Denmark also owns 50% of Ørsted, which is the world's largest developer of offshore wind power and operates in the UK.
France: EDF Energy UK, a major UK electricity supplier, is 100% owned by Électricité de France, which is majority-owned by the French government.
Sweden: A Swedish company owns the largest onshore wind farm in Wales. Sweden's Vattenfall also operates in the UK.
Spain: ScottishPower is 100% owned by Iberdrola, a Spanish multinational.
Germany: E.ON UK is a subsidiary of the German parent company E.ON SE.
Norway: The Norwegian state owns Statkraft, the largest renewables generator in Europe, which operates in the UK. Norway's Equinor also operates in the UK.
Other significant points:
Overall foreign ownership: Approximately 80% of the UK's offshore wind industry is under foreign ownership.
Economic implications: This foreign ownership means that profits from UK operations often benefit other nations, raising questions about domestic energy ownership and control.
Impact of government grants: A significant portion of UK government grants for energy has been awarded to foreign energy companies.
Note: While foreign investment plays a significant role in the UK energy sector, it's important to remember that companies like BP and Shell, although international, also have a substantial presence and operations within the UK
This must be what David Starkey refers to as Quango's,
---- a semipublic administrative body outside the civil service but receiving financial support from the government, which makes senior appointments to it.
I live in Minnesota but my Dad was from Leiterard, Galway. Mom was from BallyVourney, Cork. Ever since the Lisbon Treaty I've witnessed the destruction of Ireland bit by bit in the guise of "helping " the economy or being part of the fake climate change gobbledegook. The scamdemic and the so-called refugees (economic migrants) was another ruse to take over Ireland. The war against Ireland is real. It's just the strategy that has changed.