The NI Climate Change Act set a target of 80% renewables by 2030. This will require more than doubling the renewable electricity generation, connecting 2.5GW of new generation, to meet the growth in demand as we electrify heat and transport.
In 2035 NI will have a thriving renewables sector delivering significant additional installed capacity, revolutionising how we generate and use energy.
To achieve this, we need sound policy and regulatory frameworks; public and political leadership; and a route to market that provides confidence, supporting investment for established and new technologies.
Critically, we need a planning system that facilitates the delivery of newrenewable generation and associated infrastructure.
Smart Energy highlights
Smart Energy brings together policy makers, industry experts and technology innovators. It inspires, educates and stimulates debate in renewable energy and aims to keep Northern Ireland as a renewable electricity leader.
Executive Ministers
Keynote by Economy Minister.
REPG
How to ensure we achieve the full potential and unlock investment.
Supply Chain
Supporting supply chain to grow and investment opportunities available.
Networking
Inclusive start time for registration, with refreshments and networking.
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