Micheál Martin

Introduction and provision of information .

For the Govt to implement a Nationwide ban on Smoky Coal

We want the Government to consider Liquid fuels as a part of the solution for the future of off-grid heating in Ireland, be that as a bio liquid or efuel

To inform Oireachtas members of the negative implications of the Bill for the environment, for security of supply and for the economy, and to seek their support for opposition to the Bill

The FPS and its members feel strongly that oil and - more long-term – a liquid efuel and/or bio fuel, can be part of the phased solution and the association has been working closely with the European Confederation of Fuel Distributors (ECFD), boiler manufacturers and other trade…

Inform recipients of results from research on public perception of Irish energy industry and oil and gas exploration and production

To inform of the adverse economic impact, threat to energy security, employment and regional development, of the implementation of the Bill, and the fact that it would have no impact on Irish carbon emissions.

A target that 70 per cent of Ireland's electricity should come from renewable energy by 2030 would be contained in Ireland's National Energy & Climate Plan.

A grace period to be provided to enable renewable energy developers to qualify for REFIT if the qualification deadline is missed through no fault of theirs.

To inform Oireacthas members of the negative implications of the Bill for the environment, for security of supply and for the economy, and to seek their support for opposition to the Bill.