however, existing studies tend to focus only on the power sector using exploratory
approaches. This paper therefore undertakes a whole-system approach and explores
optimal pathways towards 100% renewable energy by 2050. The analysis is carried out for
Ireland, which currently has the highest share of variable renewable electricity on a
synchronous power system. Large numbers of scenarios are developed using the Irish …
Studies focusing on 100% renewable energy systems have emerged in recent years;
however, existing studies tend to focus only on the power sector using exploratory
approaches. This paper therefore undertakes a whole-system approach and explores
optimal pathways towards 100% renewable energy by 2050. The analysis is carried out for
Ireland, which currently has the highest share of variable renewable electricity on a
synchronous power system. Large numbers of scenarios are developed using the Irish …