Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 19 October 2022
60. Deputy John Paul Phelan asked the Minister for the Environment, Climate and Communications if he will report on his Department's consultation on producing a national hydrogen strategy for Ireland; when such a strategy will be produced; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [52269/22]
View answerTo inform the development of a hydrogen strategy for Ireland, stakeholder views were sought on the broad landscape of potential hydrogen supply, infrastructure, storage, and demand in Ireland, as well as the potential export opportunities for hydrogen. The consultation paper set out various areas of interest to be considered in the development of the hydrogen strategy and invited stakeholders’ responses on specific questions to be answered in this regard. Preparation of the strategy document has begun, and analysis is ongoing of the 122 responses that were received during the public consultation, with a view to publication of the strategy before year-end. All submissions and views received are being considered during this process, and these will be published on the gov.ie website as set out at the launch of the consultation.
