Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 29 September 2022
83. Deputy Matt Carthy asked the Minister for the Environment, Climate and Communications if he intends to conduct a review of legislation with regard to direct line energy connections between renewable energy sources such as on-farm solar to meet local demand; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [47767/22]
View answerThe Climate Action Plan 2021 includes a commitment to review the policy position on the development of private networks/direct lines (Action 115). A consultation paper on policy options for private wires was due to be published in Q1 of this year. Unfortunately, the consultation has been delayed, however work on progressing this matter is ongoing within my Department and a consultation will issue shortly.I appreciate that private wires/direct lines are an issue that is of interest and importance to many stakeholders. Publishing a consultation and, ultimately, providing a clear policy position on the issue of private wires/direct lines is a priority for my Department. My officials look forward to engaging with interested stakeholders as they continue to develop this important policy area.
