Renewable Energy Generation

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 14 June 2022

Tuesday, 14 June 2022

Ceisteanna (231)

Patricia Ryan

Ceist:

231. Deputy Patricia Ryan asked the Minister for the Environment, Climate and Communications if he has engaged with EirGrid on it's Shaping Our Electricity Future document attempting to set energy policy; the way this clashes with the stated objective of the renewable electricity support scheme auction to decide the mix of renewable energy technologies that will connect to the system by 2030; the actions he has taken to resolve the issue; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [29957/22]

Freagraí scríofa

Minister for the Environment, Climate and Communications

The Government sets national energy policy and targets, and this policy will direct EirGrid as to what must be delivered. As such, EirGrid’s roadmap will be adapted as time goes on to realise national energy policy whilst ensuring a safe, secure and reliable supply of electricity through the transition. In that regard, EirGrid is currently in the process of updating its Shaping roadmap in light of the increased Government ambition to deliver up to 80% renewable electricity on our system by 2030.