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Written Answers — Alternative Energy Projects: Alternative Energy Projects (15 Jun 2010)

Eamon Ryan: In the Irish electricity market at present, there is one supply company (ESB Customer Supply) currently offering consumers a microgeneration feed-in tariff support scheme under certain terms and conditions. This tariff is offered on a commercial basis and it is open to other supply companies to enter this market. Further details of the ESB micro generation scheme are available at...

Written Answers — Telecommunications Services: Telecommunications Services (15 Jun 2010)

Eamon Ryan: The provision of broadband services is in the first instance a matter for private sector service providers operating in Ireland's fully liberalised telecommunications market. Broadband services are provided by private service providers over various platforms including DSL (i.e. over telephone lines), fixed wireless, mobile, cable, fibre and satellite. In cases of market failure the...

Written Answers — Housing Grants: Housing Grants (15 Jun 2010)

Eamon Ryan: The Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland (SEAI) informs me that the Warmer Homes Scheme (WHS) will be delivered to the individual in question within eight weeks. SEAI operates a dedicated WHS hot line - 1800 250 204 - to deal with queries from scheme applicants and public representatives. Queries are dealt with immediately. In addition, the WHS programme manager, Mr. Michael Martin of...

Written Answers — Housing Grants: Housing Grants (10 Jun 2010)

Eamon Ryan: I am advised by the Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland (SEAI) that direct contact has been made with the individual in question and it has been confirmed with her that the Warmer Homes upgrade to her house has been scheduled for installation within the next 6 weeks. More generally the Deputy may wish to note that a dedicated Warmer Homes Scheme (WHS) hot line - 1800 250 204 – has been...

Written Answers — Telecommunications Services: Telecommunications Services (10 Jun 2010)

Eamon Ryan: My Department does not hold data regarding the number of properties that are currently without landline broadband or that are unable to access wireless broadband due to local topography and accordingly I am unable to provide the estimated numbers sought by the Deputy. In implementing the National Broadband Scheme (NBS), my Department undertook an assessment of broadband coverage in the State...

Written Answers — Telecommunications Services: Telecommunications Services (3 Jun 2010)

Eamon Ryan: Prior to the commencement of the National Broadband Scheme (NBS) a detailed mapping exercise was carried out to help determine those areas that would be included in the scheme and those which, by virtue of being already substantially served by existing broadband suppliers, could not be included. EU State aid and competition rules govern how states can intervene in areas where there are...

Written Answers — Alternative Energy Projects: Alternative Energy Projects (3 Jun 2010)

Eamon Ryan: I propose to take Question Nos. 151 to 153, inclusive, together. In September 2007, my Department obtained State Aid clearance from the EU to run a renewable energy feed in tariff scheme (REFIT) for the wind, small hydro, landfill gas and biomass combustion sectors. Under the terms of the State Aid clearance, new applications could be accepted into the scheme until 31 December 2009. The...

Written Answers — Alternative Energy Projects: Alternative Energy Projects (3 Jun 2010)

Eamon Ryan: The Commission for Energy Regulation (CER) published a decision in 2009 that allows for certain renewable, small and low carbon generators to connect to the transmission and distribution grids without going through the full rigours of the 'Gate' process. This includes small projects, research and development projects and those that qualify as they are deemed to provide benefits of a public...

Seanad: Energy (Biofuel Obligation and Miscellaneous Provisions) Bill 2010 [Seanad Bill amended by the Dáil]: Report and Final Stages (3 Jun 2010)

Eamon Ryan: This amendment updates the penalties for an offence under section 7 of the Fuels (Control of Supplies) Act 1982. The Fuels (Control of Supplies) Acts 1971 and 1982 empower the Minister for Communications, Energy and Natural Resources, in the event of a fuel emergency and on foot of an order made by the Government, to make orders or directions in relation to the control of the acquisition,...

Seanad: Energy (Biofuel Obligation and Miscellaneous Provisions) Bill 2010 [Seanad Bill amended by the Dáil]: Report and Final Stages (3 Jun 2010)

Eamon Ryan: I understand the concerns raised by Senator Walsh. We have to get our corporate governance right, more than anything else at the present time. I will heed the Senator's comments and try to ensure a proper balance is struck in the implementation of this Bill.

Seanad: Energy (Biofuel Obligation and Miscellaneous Provisions) Bill 2010 [Seanad Bill amended by the Dáil]: Report and Final Stages (3 Jun 2010)

Eamon Ryan: I would like to make some closing comments. I thank Senators. I would like to refer back to the second last group of amendments, in which we provided for consultation with the Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries and Food. I am reminded of the debate I had with a member of this House, possibly Senator Bradford, when the debate on this Bill commenced approximately two months ago. The...

Seanad: Energy (Biofuel Obligation and Miscellaneous Provisions) Bill 2010 [Seanad Bill amended by the Dáil]: Report and Final Stages (3 Jun 2010)

Eamon Ryan: The amendment in group 1 is inserted for further clarification purposes and I propose that it be accepted. It is largely technical in nature.

Seanad: Energy (Biofuel Obligation and Miscellaneous Provisions) Bill 2010 [Seanad Bill amended by the Dáil]: Report and Final Stages (3 Jun 2010)

Eamon Ryan: I am happy to confirm the Senator's view that the amendment allows for commencement of the Bill on 1 July.

Seanad: Energy (Biofuel Obligation and Miscellaneous Provisions) Bill 2010 [Seanad Bill amended by the Dáil]: Report and Final Stages (3 Jun 2010)

Eamon Ryan: Yes.

Seanad: Energy (Biofuel Obligation and Miscellaneous Provisions) Bill 2010 [Seanad Bill amended by the Dáil]: Report and Final Stages (3 Jun 2010)

Eamon Ryan: The amendments in group 2 are largely drafting amendments and technical in nature. They are inserted for clarification purposes and I hope they will be accepted on that basis.

Seanad: Energy (Biofuel Obligation and Miscellaneous Provisions) Bill 2010 [Seanad Bill amended by the Dáil]: Report and Final Stages (3 Jun 2010)

Eamon Ryan: I appreciate the Senator's support. I agree with him on the points he made on information technology and its importance in every aspect of life.

Seanad: Energy (Biofuel Obligation and Miscellaneous Provisions) Bill 2010 [Seanad Bill amended by the Dáil]: Report and Final Stages (3 Jun 2010)

Eamon Ryan: Amendment No. 5 is inserted for further clarity purposes regarding the value of each bio-fuel certificate to each litre of bio-fuel to ensure compliance with the obligation. Amendments Nos. 6 and 7 are made for further clarity purposes as a follow-up on amendment No. 5. The subsequent amendments Nos. 14 to 25, inclusive, are consequential technical amendments arising from the insertion of...

Seanad: Energy (Biofuel Obligation and Miscellaneous Provisions) Bill 2010 [Seanad Bill amended by the Dáil]: Report and Final Stages (3 Jun 2010)

Eamon Ryan: To answer the Senator's point, I am confident we can do so. On Senator O'Reilly's point, this should and will be reviewed as we see the practical experience. There are provisions within the legislation for us to continue to adjust via a statutory instrument and with the proper review process where necessary. We are on a path towards increasing our level of transport fuels from renewable...

Seanad: Energy (Biofuel Obligation and Miscellaneous Provisions) Bill 2010 [Seanad Bill amended by the Dáil]: Report and Final Stages (3 Jun 2010)

Eamon Ryan: This addition is made to clarify the bio-fuel produced from non-food cellulosic material. Cellulosic material or algae can also be considered eligible for certification under the obligation. These bio-fuels are classified as second generation bio-fuels and, as such, do not compete with food crops of land or resources. Given that we have dealt with drafting questions, we can now insert...

Seanad: Energy (Biofuel Obligation and Miscellaneous Provisions) Bill 2010 [Seanad Bill amended by the Dáil]: Report and Final Stages (3 Jun 2010)

Eamon Ryan: Yes.