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Department of Climate, Energy and the Environment
@DeptCEE
Official account of the Department of Climate, Energy and the Environment, Ireland. Tel. +353 1 678 2000
Dublin, Ireland
gov.ie/dcee
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    Department of Climate, Energy and the Environment
    @DeptCEE
    Apr 30
    The Department of Climate, Energy and the Environment has launched a communications campaign designed to support householders and businesses to manage their energy costs. 💡 Visit gov.ie/ReduceYourUse Saving energy saves money – At home, on the move and for your business.⚡
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    Department of Climate, Energy and the Environment
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    Jun 15
    The public consultation on the next Climate Action Plan is now open. We want to hear your views on how Ireland can accelerate climate action and deliver emissions reductions across key sectors. 🗓️ Deadline: 17 August 2026, 5.30pm Share your views here: bit.ly/4vcVO2c
    A picturesque landscape featuring a green hillside, purple flowers, a calm lake, and a mountain under a partly cloudy sky. Text on the image reads: "Public Consultation: Climate Action Plan - Climate Priorities," with the Government of Ireland logo. The website "gov.ie/DCEE" is displayed at the top.
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    Department of Climate, Energy and the Environment
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    May 12
    Minister Darragh O'Brien and Minister Jack Chambers have today signed regulations to give effect to introducing a scale of fees for environmental judicial reviews. Read more here: bit.ly/3RzcQsm
    The image features a person examining documents spread on a table with green recycling symbols. The top left corner displays the logo of the Government of Ireland with text in Irish. The title "Scale of Fees" is written in bold green text, followed by an explainer in smaller text.
    Government of Ireland infographic detailing changes to legal costs in environmental judicial review cases. The new system will implement a "Scale of Fees" to set clear limits, with the aim of creating a fairer and more predictable process.
    The image is a slide with the title "What are the benefits?" It outlines the new system's benefits, including clearer legal costs, reduced taxpayer financial burden, and preventing judicial reviews that delay projects. It assures the right to challenge planning decisions remains. The slide has a green background with a logo of the Government of Ireland at the top.
    A green slide from the Government of Ireland with the header "Protecting the environment." It states that Ireland will maintain strong environmental protections. The slide mentions that the planning system permits appeals and objections based on environmental grounds and that judicial reviews will continue as a final legal safeguard with clearer cost rules.
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    Department of Climate, Energy and the Environment
    @DeptCEE
    May 11
    Minister Darragh O’Brien provided Government with an update on the work of the National Energy Affordability Taskforce (NEAT). View more here: bit.ly/4tV3SUB
    High-voltage power lines stretch across a clear sky. The text on the image reads: "Minister O’Brien updates Cabinet on progress of National Energy Affordability Taskforce." The logo of the Government of Ireland is displayed in the bottom right corner.
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    Government of Ireland
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    Apr 28
    🍃 We are committed to delivering on Ireland’s responsibility to address the climate crisis. The official opening of Derrinlough Wind Farm marked an important step in Ireland’s transition to renewable energy.
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    Department of Climate, Energy and the Environment
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    Apr 23
    Minister for Climate, Energy and the Environment Darragh O’Brien has signed two Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) on energy cooperation at the WindEurope conference in Madrid. Read more here: bit.ly/41UnMTx
    Two people in professional attire are smiling and holding documents in front of the flags of Italy, Germany, and the European Union. The text on the image mentions "Minister O’Brien" and "WindEurope" along with renewable energy initiatives. The background displays a logo with the words "Rialtas na hÉireann Government of Ireland.
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    Department of Climate, Energy and the Environment
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    Apr 22
    Statement from Minister O'Brien on the European Commission's 'AccelerateEU' package of measures. 📝 View the full statement here: bit.ly/4cDVktR
    A person stands at a podium with a microphone, giving a speech. The background features a blue and teal geometric design with the emblem and text of "Rialtas na hÉireann, Government of Ireland." A speech bubble contains the text about the publication of AccelerateEU and measures to address the affordability crisis, including a temporary relaxation of State Aid rules.
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    Department of Climate, Energy and the Environment
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    Apr 21
    The first day of the WindEurope 2026 conference in Madrid offered an insight into the government's ambition and delivery on wind energy, as it prepares to take over the EU Presidency in the wake of a global energy crisis. 🌬️ 🍃 Read more here: bit.ly/4mDvue8
    A group of individuals stands on a stage in front of a colorful backdrop featuring the WindEurope logo. Text on the image states: "Ministers O'Brien and Dooley to highlight Irish ambition and delivery on renewables at WindEurope." At the top left is the gov.ie/DCEE logo, and at the bottom right is the Rialtas na hÉireann Government of Ireland logo.
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    Department of Climate, Energy and the Environment
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    Apr 21
    Home energy upgrade applications are up 96% so far in 2026! 🏠⚡ Find out more here: bit.ly/4cmQaDT #HomeEnergy #Retrofit #ClimateAction
    The image shows a person speaking at a podium. A speech bubble quotes: "Applications to SEAI for individual home energy upgrades are up 186% on the first quarter of last year, and overall applications are up 96%. Through the work of the National Energy Affordability Taskforce, we will examine how to support further uptake of home energy efficiency upgrades." The backdrop displays the Government of Ireland's logo.
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    Government of Ireland
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    Apr 14
    Gas Networks Ireland is investing in critical infrastructure to prevent future capacity constraints, improve security of supply during extreme weather events, and support growing energy demand across the southern region. For more information, visit gasnetworks.ie
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    Government of Ireland
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    Apr 12
    Four additional things we’re doing to help with rising fuel prices: - Further cuts to excise duty - Defer carbon tax increase - Fuel Subsidy Support Scheme for farmers and fishers - New Road Transporters Support Scheme
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    Department of Climate, Energy and the Environment
    @DeptCEE
    Apr 9
    Minister @timmydooley has signed the Wild Salmon and Sea Trout Tagging Scheme Regulations, setting out the rivers on which salmon and sea trout angling may take place for the 2026 season. Read more here: bit.ly/4mkthnH
    A serene forest river with moss-covered rocks and lush greenery. Text overlay reads, "72 Rivers open for Salmon Angling in 2026." The top of the image includes text: "gov.ie/DCEE." The bottom displays the logo and name of the Government of Ireland.
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    Department of Climate, Energy and the Environment
    @DeptCEE
    Apr 1
    Minister O’Brien has issued a statement following a meeting of EU Energy Ministers, as discussions continue on a coordinated EU response to evolving global energy challenges. Read the full statement: bit.ly/4bUvi5h #Energy #EU #ClimateAction #EnergySecurity
    A person stands at a podium speaking. Text on the image discusses the importance of accelerating renewable energy deployment and investing in grid infrastructure and retrofitting homes and businesses. The bottom corner features the logo and name of the Government of Ireland.
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    Department of Climate, Energy and the Environment
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    Apr 2
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    Statement from Minister O'Brien following today's meeting of EU Energy Ministers
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