New proposal for binding 2030 emissions targets
We review the EU’s July 2016 proposal for binding 2030 greenhouse gas emissions targets for Member States, including the flexibilities available to Ireland. Read more
EU emissions trading scheme (ETS)
We assist large emitters of greenhouse gases (GHGs) to navigate the complex compliance obligations of the EU emissions trading system (EU ETS). 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
EU ETS: beyond 2020
Phase IV of the EU emissions trading scheme (ETS) will run from 2021 until 2030 and is proposed to include steeper annual reductions in the GHG emissions cap. Read more
Strategic energy options in alcoholic beverage sector
We supported a leading manufacturer to identify and evaluate options for large-scale investment in its energy infrastructure, as an enabler for its ambitious growth plans. Read more
EU ETS annual compliance cycle
Large industrial emitters of greenhouse gases (GHGs) are obliged to monitor and report their emissions in accordance with the conditions set out in their GHG emissions permits. Read more
Competitiveness impacts of carbon tax
Forfás relied on Byrne Ó Cléirigh's analysis to evaluate the impacts on Ireland's competitiveness of the carbon tax. Read more
Potential for carbon capture & storage in Ireland
We participated in a multi-disciplinary study to assess the techno-economic potential for carbon capture & storage (CCS) on the island of Ireland. Read more