Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 27 April 2023
90. Deputy Marc Ó Cathasaigh asked the Minister for the Environment, Climate and Communications his plans to respond to recommendations 72 and 73 relating to energy production under section 1.10 of the Report from the Citizens Assembly on Biodiversity Loss; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [19850/23]
Amharc ar fhreagraGovernment is commitment to supporting the continued growth in renewable energy technologies to enable Ireland to reach its target of 80% of electricity demand from renewables by 2030 and support the transition to a climate resilient, biodiversity rich, environmentally sustainable and climate neutral economy by no later than 2050. I therefore welcome the publication of the report of the Citizens' Assembly on Biodiversity Loss and am grateful to members of the Assembly for their dedication and commitment to the process.
The Assembly agreed 159 recommendations, including 73 high level and 86 sectoral specific recommendations, reflecting the depth and breadth of the topics discussed. The recommendations of the Assembly will now be deliberated by the relevant committee in the Houses of the Oireachtas, as is outlined in the Motion brought before the Houses to call the Assembly.
Questions Nos. 91 and 92 answered orally.
