Oireachtas Joint and Select Committees

Tuesday, 16 May 2023

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Climate Action

Renewable Energy and Port Capacity: Discussion

Mr. Tim Murphy:

That is a good question. The timelines I am talking about here are all related to fixed infrastructure because, as the Deputy knows, the Government's planning-led approach is all about phases 1 and 2A, which are all related to fixed infrastructure. Those concerned made that decision. The decision across Europe seems to reflect the view that the floating technology is not quite there yet.

It is a bit off. It is coming soon. Fixed is certain, and the size is proven, scalable and feasible. It is why the Government took that decision and it makes sense. The infrastructure and planning in place will serve the fixed offshore renewable energy, ORE. Floating is a much bigger investment and outlay. We have time now to get that in place. We are ready now for fixed bottom ORE, which is the first phase.

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