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Teagasc are committed to:
Promoting the development and expansion of
Irelands renewable fuel production from
agricultural crops, bio-oils, forestry residues
other cellulosic biomass consistent with
Irelands low carbon standards, greenhouse gas
and climate change policies.
Promoting the development and expansion of
renewable power generation from agricultural,
forestry biomass residues and purpose grown
energy crops to produce renewable electricity to
qualify Ireland to meet its RES – E targets as
specified in the Renewable Energy Directive and
Irelands National Renewable Energy Action Plan.
Educating the public about the environmental and
economic benefits of biobased industries and
pursue broad-based coalitions for the
accomplishment of developing an Irish biobased
industry. Promoting the development of a
comprehensive, Irish bioenergy policy which
prioritises, biobased industry growth, and
furthers national biomass research and
development policy objectives for energy
security, greenhouse gas abatement, and
stimulates rural economic development.
Media Contacts
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