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Offaly County Council approved the application, subject to 13 conditions.

Planning permission is being approved for a 100MW Battery Energy Storage Station in Offaly.

A 100MW Battery Energy Storage Station with 53 battery containers and supporting equipment in the Birr area is being granted planning approval.

The proposed development by Birr Renewable Ltd will also include a control room container, site entrance, and all ancillary works.

Offaly County Council granted permission, subject to 13 conditions.

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