O’Brien outlines Ireland’s EU energy and climate goals
Minister Darragh O’Brien detailed Ireland’s strategic objectives for the EU Presidency focusing on sustainable energy and climate action. He addressed key European Parliament committees, emphasising priorities in energy security, environmental protection, and legislative progress across Brussels and Dublin.
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Minister for Climate, Energy and the Environment Darragh O’Brien recently presented Ireland’s priorities for its EU Presidency to the European Parliament committees responsible for energy and environment. He underscored Ireland’s dedication to advancing the EU’s energy agenda amid ongoing global challenges, including geopolitical instability and rising energy costs.
At the Committee on Industry, Research and Energy (ITRE), Minister O’Brien emphasised the importance of sustainable, affordable, and secure energy systems. He highlighted the need to reduce fossil fuel reliance through accelerated electrification and renewable energy development, welcoming the European Commission’s Electrification Action Plan. Ireland aims to deliver key legislative agreements, such as on the Grids Package and Network Charges, while preparing the Energy Security Framework.
Addressing the Committee on the Environment, Public Health and Food Safety, the Minister outlined priorities to foster a climate-neutral, sustainable economy. Key focus areas include advancing the review of the Emissions Trading System (ETS), setting CO₂ standards for vehicles, and progressing the Circular Economy Act. Ireland also prioritises marine and freshwater conservation and strengthening the EU’s leadership ahead of COP31. These efforts reflect Ireland’s commitment to uniting member states under the slogan “Ní neart go cur le chéile” – Strength through unity.
At the Committee on Industry, Research and Energy (ITRE), Minister O’Brien emphasised the importance of sustainable, affordable, and secure energy systems. He highlighted the need to reduce fossil fuel reliance through accelerated electrification and renewable energy development, welcoming the European Commission’s Electrification Action Plan. Ireland aims to deliver key legislative agreements, such as on the Grids Package and Network Charges, while preparing the Energy Security Framework.
Addressing the Committee on the Environment, Public Health and Food Safety, the Minister outlined priorities to foster a climate-neutral, sustainable economy. Key focus areas include advancing the review of the Emissions Trading System (ETS), setting CO₂ standards for vehicles, and progressing the Circular Economy Act. Ireland also prioritises marine and freshwater conservation and strengthening the EU’s leadership ahead of COP31. These efforts reflect Ireland’s commitment to uniting member states under the slogan “Ní neart go cur le chéile” – Strength through unity.
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