IEA launches latest review of Ireland's energy policy
The International Energy Agency's in-depth review notes that Ireland is unlikely to achieve its CO2 targets & recommends upward adjustment in carbon tax. Read more
Fuel Quality Directive - Ireland's progress
We analyse Ireland’s progress towards the recently adopted FQD target of reducing the greenhouse gas intensity of transport fuels by 6%. Read more
Fuel Quality Directive (FQD) target transposed
Article 7a of the FQD has been transposed into Irish law. Fuel suppliers must reduce the carbon intensity of transport fuels by 6% by 2020, compared to a 2010 baseline. Read more
Fuel Quality Directive - a 'new' energy target for 2020
The adoption of the amended FQD will introduce a new target for the reduction of the greenhouse gas intensity of transport fuels throughout the EU by 2020. Read more
Energy prices in Ireland - how do they compare?
We examine trends in oil, gas and electricity prices in Ireland and compare them to those in important comparator countries in Europe. Read more
ALARP guidance for oil & gas
The Irish Commission for Energy Regulation has published new guidance on ALARP for natural gas and LPG networks, and the petroleum exploration and extraction sector. Read more
Ireland's new energy policy
We summarise the key elements in Ireland's new energy white paper, which sets a goal of reducing energy-related greenhouse gas emissions by 80-95% by 2050. Read more
Compliance with new Seveso III regulations
Operators of COMAH / Seveso establishments in Ireland should be aware of the requirements set out in the new regulations that were introduced in 2015. Read more