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Bioeconomy kicking into gear

Attendees at the National Bioeconomy Summit last week were reminded that there is no such thing as a waste, just an opportunity writes Stephen Robb

RENEWABLES 27 May 2026

Bioeconomy kicking into gear

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Is biomass set to boom?

Is biomass set to boom?

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Biomass remains biggest source of renewables in Europe

Biomass remains biggest source of renewables in Europe

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No new DAFM AD grants – but €200m scheme promised

No new DAFM AD grants – but €200m scheme promised

No new DAFM AD grants – but €200m scheme promised

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NI’s EAG Bioenergy secures €29m growth loan from digital bank

NI’s EAG Bioenergy secures €29m growth loan from digital bank

NI’s EAG Bioenergy secures €29m growth loan from digital bank

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New rules to reduce unintended AD consequences

New rules to reduce unintended AD consequences

The government has published a Biomethane Environmental Sustainability Charter, aimed at reducing unintended negative consequences of anaerobic digestion.

RENEWABLES 28 July 2025

Environmental and community guidelines launched for AD plants

Environmental and community guidelines launched for AD plants

The Government has launched a Biomethane Environmental Sustainability Charter with recommendations on digestate management, sustainable feedstock, plant design, and community engagement for AD plants.

NEWS 28 July 2025

Watch: farm-scale AD works, proves Galway man

Watch: farm-scale AD works, proves Galway man

Stephen Robb attended an open day on Galway dairy farmer Brendan Kildea’s farm, which showed that small-scale biogas isn’t just viable, it actually enhances the farm’s overall viability.

RENEWABLES 28 July 2025

New farm biogas plant to be showcased at Galway open day

New farm biogas plant to be showcased at Galway open day

The public open day on Friday 3 October on the farm will showcase the biogas plant and aims to demonstrate how it enhances and complements the existing farming enterprise.

RENEWABLES 28 July 2025

EU nitrates committee endorses slurry-fertiliser proposals

EU nitrates committee endorses slurry-fertiliser proposals

The Commission has welcomed the support given by EU member states for its RENURE proposal on Friday, which could pave the way for slurry-based fertiliser to replace chemical fertilisers.

NEWS 28 July 2025

Renewable energy and the role of forestry in the landscape

Renewable energy and the role of forestry in the landscape

All renewable energy sources – solar, wind, biomass – impact on the landscape, but there is a strong case for forestry as the least intrusive if sustainably managed.

FORESTRY 28 July 2025

Fundamental issues need clarification on RHO bill – IrBEA

Fundamental issues need clarification on RHO bill – IrBEA

The Irish Bioenergy Association has welcomed the publication of the Government’s flagship Renewable Heat Obligation bill, but says fundamental issues still need to be clarified.

RENEWABLES 28 July 2025

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National Dairy Council bridging the urban-rural divide through school farm visit

Kildare dairy farmer welcomed students as part of a National Dairy Council initiative, which saw 1,500 pupils across Ireland visit working dairy farms during May.

National Dairy Council bridging the urban-rural divide through school farm visit

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