Richard O'Donoghue (Limerick County, Independent) | Oireachtas source

Biofuels comprise just one of the many ways in which we can combat climate change and offer a genuine option while still allowing so many people in Ireland to earn a living. While there are many other options to combat climate change, using biodigesters to capture gas and sell it to the grid can help reduce our emissions. Some farmers are asking to be energy farmers by growing grasses that can be used in biodigesters along with manure, food waste and timber residue. The land would be put aside for biofuel production, minimising the requirement for nitrogen that comes from Russia. Buying oil from America does not contribute to anything in our circular economy. In his role as Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment, the Tánaiste needs to get buy-in and not leave it to the Departments responsible for agriculture, climate and the environment. He should spearhead what I propose for enterprise in this country.

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