Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 23 June 2020
631. Deputy Thomas Pringle asked the Minister for Communications, Climate Action and Environment the grants available for a new business in the production of biomass pellets as an environmentally friendly alternative; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [11908/20]
Amharc ar fhreagraMy Department does not administer grants specifically in relation to business development. However, the Support Scheme for Renewable Heat was developed to financially support the adoption of renewable heating systems by commercial, industrial, agricultural, district heating and other non-domestic heat users.
The Support Scheme for Renewable Heat, which is operated by SEAI, provides an operational support for biomass boilers and anaerobic digestion heating systems. Eligible renewable energy technologies are supported through a multi-annual payment, for a period of up to 15 years, on the basis of prescribed tariffs. The National Development Plan sets out an allocation of €300 million for the roll-out of the scheme for the period up to 2027.
