Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 8 May 2024
90. Deputy Darren O'Rourke asked the Minister for the Environment, Climate and Communications his views on the offshore renewable energy future framework policy statement; when he anticipates this will be published; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [20707/24]
Amharc ar fhreagraThe Future Framework for offshore renewable energy (ORE) Policy Statement is the strategic long-term approach for Ireland’s plan-led offshore renewable energy. It maps out how Ireland can create an offshore renewable energy sector to achieve our climate and energy targets beyond 2030, while also bolstering the energy security and prosperity of the State.
The Future Framework sets out the key actions Ireland will take to deliver 20GW of offshore wind by 2040 and at least 37GW by 2050.
The draft Future Framework was released for public consultation on 22 January 2024, to undergo a targeted, 4-week consultation period. After several meetings with industry representatives and various written feedback requesting an extension, the consultation period was lengthened by a further week and officially concluded on 26 February 2024, during which 81 responses were received.
The Future Framework was approved by Government on 30 April 2024, and was officially launched on 1 May. The Policy Statement and the accompanying reports can be accessed on the Government of Ireland at www.gov.ie/en/publication/0566b-future-framework-for-offshore-renewable-energy/.
The actions arising from the Future Framework will signal Ireland’s leadership in the offshore renewable energy sector to international governments and industry. Government will work alongside industry and key stakeholders to deliver the ambitions set out in the Future Framework.
