Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 15 June 2022
2. Deputy Carol Nolan asked the Minister for the Environment, Climate and Communications when the report on the review of Ireland’s energy security conducted by a consultancy firm (details supplied) will be published; the reason that it has not been published to date; the total cost paid to the firm for its services in compiling the report; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [31029/22]
View answerAs set out in the National Energy Security Framework published in April 2022, the Department of the Environment, Climate and Communications is carrying out a review of the energy security of Ireland's gas and electricity systems – for delivery in Q3 2022. The underpinning analysis is being updated, to reflect changing circumstances following the Russian invasion of Ukraine. To date, €46,989 (excluding VAT) has been paid to CEPA, who are carrying out analysis for the Department.
