Political leadership required to meet challenging climate targets
The share of energy generation from renewables has increased but significant scale-up is needed if Government 2030 emissions goals are to be achieved
Ireland's Energy Transition special report
Ireland's Energy Transition special report
Delays in Ireland’s energy transition will cost us dearly
The State could face EU fines of €8bn to €26bn for missing climate targets but there are big environmental and societal implications too
Expansion of biomethane is key to decarbonising the gas network
Renewable gases are essential to State’s climate strategy, particularly for sectors where electrification is not possible
Increased incentives could alter the maths for EV targets
Current electric vehicle figures don’t add up but a Climate Change Advisory Council proposal might drive things in the right direction
Structural issues see State languishing in lower divisions of global energy transition
Despite vast renewable potential, the Republic’s sluggish planning, grid constraints and fossil fuel dependence have relegated it to 45th place in world rankings
It’s not all bad news for Ireland’s offshore wind ambitions
But much more can be done to accelerate progress and realise the enormous potential of transforming our energy system
Providing the skills to make Ireland’s energy transition happen
As well as skills relating to renewable energy technology, expertise will be needed in everything from project management and law to IT and data science
The road to scale is paved with collaboration and engagement
Delivering Ireland’s energy transition will require unprecedented collaboration, huge infrastructure investment and a compelling national vision
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