By 2030, Ireland's electricity supply should mainly be relying on wind and solar energy. Image: Shutterstock/MarcelClemens By 2030, Ireland's electricity supply should mainly be relying on wind and solar energy. Image: Shutterstock/MarcelClemens A MAJOR REVIEW into the security and sustainability of Ireland’s energy supply has been approved by the government, the Minister for Climate Action and Environment Richard Bruton has confirmed.
“Decarbonising our energy supply is crucial. It will make a really significant impact on our emissions, especially as we electrify our car fleet and public transport systems,” Bruton said in a statement.How and from where gas is sourced and its role in the transition will also be assessed. Taoiseach Leo Varadkar has said the Shannon terminal “could be part of the answer” to Ireland’s energy security in the future.The role other technologies could have in the transition period towards more renewable energy will be considered in the review
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