John Clendennen

The extension of the ARP and the opportunity to discuss further with the DPOs contacted

To support amendments to the proposed legislation aimed at reducing or mitigating potential safety and technical risks, and to enhance clarity in the definitions and boundaries within the framework to facilitate effective and consistent implementation.

General update on wind energy development in Ireland with a specific ask to increase investment in our planning system, especially An Coimisiún Pleanála and local authorities.

Increased environmental and consumer protections in pre-legislative report of Private Wires Bill

To brief Minister Moran and Deputy Clendennen on the work of the association and to lobby them both for supports for biomass fuelled appliance at a domestic home level in Ireland. Both TD's were briefed on the work of IrBEA and the importance of policy and supports for the…

To ensure public officials are aware of the potentially negative impact the Mercosur deal will have on Irish beef farmers livelihoods

Request to meet to introduce Enel X and to discuss demand response in Ireland.

ESI's overarching objective was to ensure the Private Wires Bill 2025 is amended and refined before it progresses into law, so that it enables rather than inadvertently hinders the development of energy storage and hybrid renewable projects in Ireland.

To seek enhanced engagement and collaboration between NPWS and rural stakeholders

To ensure an understanding of rural stakeholder concerns on the impact of the EU proposals

Pre-engagement regarding Oireachtas Committee hearing, advocating for a mixed technology approach to retrofitting homes and an acknowledgement that LPG and rLG can play a significant role in Ireland's decarbonisation journey.

For Grid upgrades to be taken into consideration in the context of critical infrastructure, so as to accelerate Ireland's deployment of renewable energy and to meet the State's future energy and economic needs.

To seek support for the pub sector in Budget 2027

Purpose of the meetings: To brief the Deputy on the investment and strategy for the development by Greegate Biogas, of world-class biogas facilities in Ireland and the importance of the state as a partner in the development of the facilities.

Increase understanding of the role played by engineers in delivering housing, schools and other infrastructure. ACEI's role as an Association and to highlight willingness to work with the State to achieve results.