About Killough Solar
Killough Solar is a best-in-class solar development in Killough, near Thurles, Co. Tipperary, led by Coolmore in cooperation with Temporis Investment Management, specialists in renewable energy and clean technology sectors, and supported by leading industry experts.
The solar farm will consist of a low-density installation of PV panels covering just 100 hectares, c. 40%, of a 247 hectare land holding.
Located on a discrete site ideally suited for solar development, there will be extensive measures in place to protect the local environment and heritage.
HOUSEHOLDS
Killough Solar will supply renewable energy to the electricity grid via a nearby, existing 110kV overhead line, producing energy equivalent to the annual needs of 25,000 households or a population size of c. 68,500 people*.
*Estimates only.
TONNES CO2 SAVED
Our new solar farm will help to meet national renewable energy targets. Based on the number of solar panels contained within the solar farm, it has the capacity to generate c. 100MW* of energy, thus saving c.42,000 tonnes of C02 every year.
Location
A discrete, low-lying location offering high solar potential while protecting our landscape and environment
Set in a rural location, the site has been carefully selected for its sheltered position and key access to solar gains. Extensive measures are in place to protect local wildlife, hedgerows and archaeology.
Set back from public roads, and substantially bordered by over 50 hectares of woodland and a large open quarry.
Screened by the local topography and enhanced hedgerows.
Ideal aspect for high solar gains.
Protection of wildlife, biodiversity and local history.
Killough Solar and the wider team
Coolmore
Coolmore Stud, founded in 1975, is based in Fethard, County Tipperary in the Republic of Ireland and is situated in the heart of the Golden Vale on some of Ireland’s finest limestone land. Coolmore provides the perfect environment for breeding and raising thoroughbreds.
At Coolmore, best sustainable farming practices are employed throughout the enterprise, not only to keep our environmental impact to a minimum, but also to enhance the whole farm area where flora and fauna can flourish. Caretakers of the land for future generations, Coolmore focuses heavily on fresh air, clean water, fertile soil, vibrant biodiversity and healthy sustainable ecosystems.
Fehily Timoney and Company
Fehily Timoney and Company (FT) have been commissioned to prepare a planning application for Killough Solar. FT is a consultancy based in Cork, Dublin and Carlow. FT is an established leading consultancy in solar farm and renewable development in Ireland, with in house scientists, planners and engineers. They also contract a range of specialist subcontractors for additional expertise.
Temporis Investment Management
Temporis Investment Management are specialists in the renewable energy and clean technology sectors, currently managing the Temporis Aurora Fund in Ireland.