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WATCH: Is the country’s energy sector in a better state? DOE Undersecretary Wimpy Fuentebella says there have been improvements in the past year including increasing options given to consumers, the micro-grid systems act, the push for renewable energy sources, the interconnectedness of our power grids, and other technological developments made possible by private sector-led industry and growing foreign direct investments. Watch the first episode of our roundtable discussion "Powering up: Building a bright future with energy security” hosted by ECCP’s Ruth Yu-Owen. Watch the episode: https://lnkd.in/gbXEZwYD Read more at: https://lnkd.in/gj2PAX_b See less

With geopolitical tensions mounting and concerns surrounding energy security and affordability at odds with decarbonisation pressures, we've been focusing on Europe’s energy policy and regulation outlook for 2024 and beyond. It is clear that the sector requires a nuanced approach to policy-making that combines subsidies, tax breaks, and supportive regulations to foster the development of supply chain and manufacturing infrastructures crucial for the energy transition. Here's a quick look at some of the headlines making waves in this space over the last few weeks: https://lnkd.in/esgVea_f #energypolicy #energytransition #energysector #upstream #oilandgas #esgpressures #energytrilemma #naturalgas

🔋 #CleanEnergy Report: The IEA's "State of Energy Policy 2024" report reveals unprecedented government support and investment in clean energy technologies, highlighting significant policy changes and nearly $2 trillion in allocations since 2020. More: https://lnkd.in/ePkfQj7y

Here’s a reminder that interested parties still have one week to respond to the Commission for Regulation of Utilities’ consultation on “Review of Large Energy Users connection policy”. The consultation proposes the introduction of considerations relating to greenhouse gas emissions and energy efficiency, into the policy around the connection of load/demand to the Irish electricity system.  This will be a huge change for what had previously been a lightly regulated part of the sector. Data centres are called out for special mention, although the consultation will potentially have a very significant effect on the development in Ireland of any site at which large electricity use is anticipated. Consultation responses may be submitted up to “close of business” on 19 March 2024 and should be sent by email to electricityconnectionpolicy@cru.ie. The CRU’s consultation paper is available at https://lnkd.in/gzvNiZ7x

☀️In many ways, 2023 was a record-breaking year for #CleanEnergy in the U.S., including the escalating installment rates of solar and energy storage, growing #ElectricVehicle sales and the number of planned domestic manufacturing facilities. ⚠️However, obstacles remain, such as supply chain issues and rising project costs due to interest rates, and faster progress is needed on things like transmission buildout. Check out Lori Bird and Joseph Womble’s new article on WRI's Insights blog diving into the state of the U.S. clean energy transition – including progress made in recent years thanks to new legislation and investments, and the work that lies ahead in order to meet clean energy ambitions. Read more here:

🔌 To support Massachusetts' goal of reducing #fossilfuel emissions by 2050, Governor Maura Healey has established a new Energy Transformation Advisory Board. This board aims to design an energy system capable of meeting rising electricity demands while also identifying innovative ways to secure funding for this critical transition. https://lnkd.in/eUhbGyED Improving the state's #electricgrid is essential to decentralizing power hubs and adapting to new changes in electricity flow. Read our blog to learn more: https://lnkd.in/gBRb55Bp #energy #electricity #sustainability #greenenergy #subsurfaceutilitymapping

In this week's #EnergyTransition we look at: ⚡ The Government's recently published second REMA Consultation; ⚡ The final version of Allocation Round 6 terms and conditions; and ⚡ The HoL Long Duration Energy Storage Report; 

☀️In many ways, 2023 was a record-breaking year for #CleanEnergy in the U.S., including the escalating installment rates of solar and energy storage, growing #ElectricVehicle sales and the number of planned domestic manufacturing facilities. ⚠️However, obstacles remain, such as supply chain issues and rising project costs due to interest rates, and faster progress is needed on things like transmission buildout. Check out Lori Bird and Joseph Womble’s new article on World Resources Institute’s Insights blog diving into the state of the U.S. clean energy transition – including progress made in recent years thanks to new legislation and investments, and the work that lies ahead in order to meet clean energy ambitions. Read more: https://lnkd.in/g-6Ki47z

🌐 New York Gov. Hochul unveiled her plans for clean and affordable energy in New York during today’s State of the State address. The proposed "Affordable Gas Transition Act," which eliminates the infamous “100-foot rule,” and the streamlining of transmission projects through the RAPID Act could be critical steps toward saving ratepayers money and advancing cleaner, more efficient energy solutions. Read our statement here: https://hubs.ly/Q02fVYp80