Proposals for a net-zero carbon emissions hub in the Cork region and a “critical infrastructure” project in the Corrib gas field off Co Mayo will be submitted to the Government on Monday by the Irish Offshore Operators’ Association (IOOA). ”In light of UK and European Union reliance on gas imports, the State may become vulnerable to interruptions in gas supply unless there is an indigenous replacement for the Corrib gas field that is now in decline, Mr Linn warned. “We believe that Ireland has the capacity to maintain a level of energy sovereignty by using its own resources. “This will only be achieved if politicians are willing to be honest about Ireland’s energy security limitations and are prepared to realise the full potential of Ireland’s offshore resources”. Net-zero emissions does not mean zero emissions.

Source: The Irish Times May 10, 2021 03:22 UTC