60 jobs being created by solar power operation

Up to 60 new jobs are to be created in Ireland with the forming of a new joint venture to develop, construct, own and operate a portfolio of solar projects locally.

The joint venture, BNRG Neoen Holdings Limited, is to co-develop a portfolio of 23 projects in the South and East of the country totalling over 200 Megawatts (MW).

When constructed, the planned total investment in renewable energy infrastructure is expected to exceed €220 million, the Irish Times reports.

The overall project will employ up to 60 full-time positions in operation and maintenance.

Construction is due to commence in mid-2018 with the final projects to be constructed by 2020.

BNRG Renewables, the Irish partner, said the joint venture plans to submit multiple projects for planning over the coming months.