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Energy Update: EU Proposes Reforms To Electricity Network Tariffs, Smart Metering And Grid Access
The European Commission has proposed a new Regulation to future-proof electricity bills by reducing system costs and promoting electrification and digitalisation. The proposal introduces significant changes to network tariff structures, smart metering deployment targets, and taxation frameworks designed to incentivise flexible consumption patterns and support grid efficiency.
Ireland Energy
AC
Arthur Cox
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District Heating In Ireland: A Market At A Turning Point
The Irish Government has secured approval for revisions to the Heat (Networks and Miscellaneous Provisions) Bill, legislation designed to accelerate district heating adoption across Ireland. Research indicates that waste heat from data centres and pharmaceutical plants could meet approximately 80% of Dublin's heat demand by 2050, potentially heating over 1 million homes through renewable and waste heat sources.
Ireland Energy
M
Matheson
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Horizon Scanner: Energy Planning Infrastructure And Construction May 2026 - Energy And Infrastructure
The European Commission has unveiled AccelerateEU, a comprehensive energy strategy built on five pillars to address the ongoing energy crisis through enhanced coordination, consumer protection, clean energy acceleration, infrastructure strengthening, and investment mobilization. Key legislative proposals include network charge reforms, an ambitious Electrification Action Plan with fossil fuel subsidy phase-outs, and an ETS Investment Booster targeting €100 billion for industrial decarbonisation.
Ireland Energy
AC
Arthur Cox
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Horizon Scanner: Energy Planning Infrastructure And Construction May 2026 - Transport
The European Commission has launched consultations on alternative fuels infrastructure and air transport state aid guidelines, while new regulations address greenhouse gas emissions accounting and railway capacity coordination. Recent proposals aim to simplify cross-border rail travel through unified booking systems and passenger protection measures, alongside guidance for the transport sector on fuel supply disruptions.
Ireland Transport
AC
Arthur Cox
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