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Farmer views: 'anaerobic digestion is a rich man’s game'
Rachel Donovan
Noel Bardon and Rachel Donovan asked farmers attending the Renewables Roadshow events in Kilkenny and Cavan, why they came and what they were interested in.
20 April 2024 Renewables
Renewables gathers momentum but will policy catch up?
There is no doubt that farmers, businesses and homeowners see the potential in renewables, but significant challenges still exist, writes Stephen Robb.
19 April 2024 News
EU considers derogation for farmers to spread digestate
A public consultation has been launched on amending the nitrates directive to allow this.
Tapping into the bioeconomy potential of grass
Growing grass is one of Ireland’s natural competitive advantages which is now set to be a key ingredient in Ireland's emerging biomethane and bioeconomy sectors, writes Stephen Robb.
17 April 2024 Renewables
Renewables Roadshow: interest in renewables is high, but challenges remain
The Renewable Roadshow highlighted both the real opportunities and the challenges that remain with the rollout of renewable energy, writes Stephen Robb.
17 April 2024 Renewables
NI gas operators seek input from AD and farming industry
Northern Ireland's gas grid operators are preparing for the introduction of renewable gases, such as biomethane, into their network and are asking future producers to get in touch, writes Stephen Robb
17 April 2024 Renewables
Renewables podcasts to catch up on
From solar panels to biomethane, Stephen Robb spoke to several developers and renewable energy experts over the past few weeks. Here’s how to listen to the podcasts.
17 April 2024 Renewables
Ireland has lowest levels of renewable heat in Europe
There is a large volume of indigenous biomass available in Ireland, according to Seán Finan from the Irish Bioenergy Association (IRBEA).
17 April 2024 News
Renewables Roadshow: learn about anaerobic digestion
The upcoming renewables roadmap will have a session focusing on Ireland's emerging anaerobic digestion industry, how it will work, and how farmers can get involved. Stephen Robb reports
10 April 2024 Renewables
Strong interest in solar and AD among Cork farmers
Anne O’Donoghue spoke with farmers at the Renewables Roadshow in Cork about where they see renewable energy playing a part on their farms.
10 April 2024 News
No financial sense for dairy to supply AD - Teagasc
It does not make financial sense for dairy farmers to supply grass to an AD plant, Teagasc’s Barry Caslin has said.
10 April 2024 News
Renewables Roadshow: how to register
The Irish Farmers Journal's Renewables Roadshow is set to take place throughout April and will highlight how you can make renewables pay for your farm, business, and home.
28 March 2024 News