Energy Policies of IEA Countries
Subtitle: Ireland 2007
By: International Energy Agency
Series: Energy Policies of IEA Countries; Energy policies of IEA countries
Publisher: OECD Publishing
Published: 2007
Place of publication: Paris
Language: eng
Format: [electronic resource] /
Number of pages: 152
ISBN-13: 9789264030688
Subjects: Force and energy; Power (Mechanics); Power resources
Description: Ireland’s remarkable economic growth over the last 15 years had strong effects on the energy sector. Due to rapidly increasing demand, Ireland has become much more dependent on international energy markets than it was in the past. This review analyses the energy challenges facing Ireland and suggests solutions, focusing on moving ahead with market reform and increasing the energy efficiency of the Irish economy. Establishing the "All-Island" electricity market will be of critical importance. Sharper focus on energy efficiency in all sectors of the economy, but in particular in transport and buildings, must be a priority. Finally, to achieve its ambitious goals for renewables in energy supply, Ireland will have to provide ample resources for research and development, to allow technologies such as ocean power to move from the laboratory to the market.
Table of contents: title: 1. Executive Summary; title: 2. General Energy Policy; title: 3. Energy and the Environment; title: 4. Energy Efficiency; title: 5. Renewables and Non-Conventional Fuels; title: 6. Electricity; title: 7. Fossil Fuels; title: 8. Energy Technology and Research & Development; title: Annex A. Organisation of the Review; title: Annex B. Energy Balances and Key Statistical Data; title: Annex C. International Energy Agency "Shared Goals"; title: Annex D. Glossary and List of Abbreviations