Mr. Barry O'Flynn:

That is a good question. The IWEA is not, in fact, a client of ours; we are actually a member of that association. We are very dedicated to the energy sector generally and participate in many energy associations worldwide, the Irish Wind Energy Association being one of them. If the Deputy is asking whether we have clients whose views conflict with those of the IWEA, the answer is very few. The vast majority of people involved in the energy sector in Ireland are very much in favour of renewable energy. The utilities are the primary examples in this regard, but the banks are also happy to fund the sector and there is engagement by pension funds, infrastructure funds and so on.

Stepping away from clients, there is friction in general around renewable energy and its impact on local stakeholders and so forth. That is the case in every market around the world. It is an issue that needs to be addressed very carefully and appropriately to ensure everybody is inclined to deliver what needs to be delivered. For example, any future renewable energy targets must take into account the impact on society at a local level. Otherwise, efforts in this area simply are not sustainable. That is a fundamental driver behind the entire sector. The vast majority of the €250 billion invested to date was invested with the full approval of all stakeholders.