Eirgrid reported that demand reached 6,024 megawatts during peak times, surpassing forecasts and previous records, yet they assured that there was no risk of power shortages.
Historically, previous winters saw warnings due to demand nearing maximum output, but proactive measures with additional generators have helped boost capacity ahead of the current season.
In recent conditions, nearly 70% of electricity was generated from fossil fuels, while wind and solar made up only 16%, highlighting a reliance on less sustainable sources.
Weather plays a key role in electricity demand spikes; each 1C drop in temperature can increase demand by 40-50 megawatts as heating needs rise.
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