The National Economic and Social Council (NESC) has published a new report “Accelerating the Transition to a Sustainable Energy System”.
This report “examines the energy transition across heat, transport and electricity. It uses innovative systems analysis tools to integrate insights from a range of disciplines and various stakeholders on the key drivers and constraints on energy transition in Ireland.”
The report calls for more joined up thinking to meet Ireland’s climate and energy targets:
- There is limited shared understanding or common vision for Ireland’s future energy system and how we get there.
- Multiple plans and strategies for energy mean some elements are neglected, while in other cases, opportunities to achieve more with the available energy solutions are missed.
- Recognising connections across the energy system will open up greater benefits, reduce inconsistent approaches and accelerate a faster transition with public support.
The report can be found here.