Bioenergy
Donal Magner on 15 Sep 2021
Log prices still at record high
Large and medium sawlog prices up by 70% on 2020 prices for large and small sawlog but levelling off reported in recent sales
Stephen Robb on 07 Sep 2021
Cautious welcome for new solid fuels rules
Things are set to drastically change for those burning solid fuels over the coming year.
Amy Forde on 06 Sep 2021
Widescale production of biochar in Ireland needed - IrBEA
Biochar is a carbon-based product, which is created when rushes, scrub and other material are fed into a machine and converted to an advanced form of charcoal.
The Dealer on 01 Sep 2021
Our energy policy is a shambles, but let them eat data
Ireland talks a good game when it comes to energy production and consumption, but our actions fall well short of our aspirations
Stephen Robb on 31 Aug 2021
Biomass and biogas fails to get recognition under renewable scheme – IrBEA
The value of renewable electricity generation from bioenergy has not been recognised the Renewable Electricity Support Scheme.
on 04 Aug 2021
Farmers excluded from renewable energy strategy
Almost every farm has the potential to generate renewable energy for its own use.
Ellen Durkin on 26 Jul 2021
Government failing to embrace renewable energy potential of farms - Cullinan
'Farmers want to be central players in Ireland’s energy transition,' IFA president Tim Cullinan has said.
Stephen Robb on 07 Jul 2021
Small-scale anaerobic digestion plants have a place
While the average farm-based anaerobic digestion plant in Ireland is likely to be considerably large, some believe there is scope for small-scale anaerobic digestion plants, writes Stephen Robb.
Noel Bardon on 22 Jun 2021
Emerging carbon capture technologies to boost the benefits of forestry
A recent study on the role of afforestation when combined with carbon capture and storage technology may have significant implications for greenhouse gas mitigation measures.
Jack Kennedy on 12 May 2021
Bioenergy roadmap sets high bar
Last week, the IrBEA launched its roadmap for a 40% renewable heat generation by 2030. Pie in the sky or reality? Jack Kennedy talks to IrBEA CEO Seán Finan.
Jack Kennedy on 12 May 2021
Growing interest in renewables to drive more sustainable farming
The renewables sector is developing roadmaps and projects but all need farmer buy-in to be successful.
Donal Magner on 05 May 2021
The value of wood as a renewable fuel
New five-volume publication outlines wood as a vital fuel in the move away from fossil fuels.
Stephen Robb on 10 Mar 2021
No support for anaerobic digestion in the short term – IrBEA
Ireland’s anaerobic digestion industry remains one of the most underdeveloped in Europe
Contributor on 02 Dec 2020
Urgent clarity needed on Government support for biomethane injection – IrBEA
Now is the time for support for biomethane injection writes Seán Finan, CEO of the Irish Bioenergy Association.
Stephen Robb on 02 Dec 2020
Renewable heat scheme open for business
Teagasc’s Barry Caslin runs through the details of the support scheme for renewable heat.
Stephen Robb on 29 Oct 2020
New project aims to develop circular carbon economy from biochar
The Irish Bioenergy Association (IrBEA) is involved in an innovative new project aimed at developing the use of biochar in the bioeconomy.
Stephen Robb on 07 Oct 2020
Willow back on the agenda
A new research project is aiming to develop a range of new products from the willow which may one day improve it economics writes Stephen Robb
Donal Magner on 30 Sep 2020
National forestry conference on protecting our trees and forests
Minister Hackett to address conference on safeguarding Ireland's forests and woodlands from insect pest, disease and other threats
Donal Magner on 09 Sep 2020
IFA calls for introduction of forest biomass marts
Geraldine O'Sullivan outlines the need for community-based bioenergy projects, a tried and tested model in Europe that brings significant economic and social benefits
Contributor on 17 Jun 2020
WFQA - Wood Fuel Certification and Sustainability
The Wood Fuel Quality Assurance scheme plays an important part in the certification of the fuel in writes Seán Finan, CEO of the Irish Bioenergy Association