Environment
The MREF has welcomed the extension of the income disregard for micro-generated renewable power sold back to the grid in Budget 2026.
Agri-Business
The Micro-Renewable Energy Federation (MREF) has called for the government to support solar PV and battery storage in Budget 2026.
The announcement that limits may apply to the number of applications under the TAMS in future tranches has been criticised by the MREF.
The MREF has welcomed a commitment from government to upgrade the distribution grid operated by ESB Networks between now and 2030.
Rural Life
Destruction and power outages caused by Storm Éowyn has demonstrated 'lack of climate resilience' in the electricity grid, according MREF
The Micro-Renewable Energy Federation [MREF] is urging farmers to take care while choosing an...
The SEAI has welcomed measures in Budget 2025, which it said reflect the government’s commitment to Ireland’s renewable energy transition.
The MREF is calling for a major overhaul of the second phase of the Small-Scale Renewable Energy Support Scheme (SRESS).
The MREF has called on government to reverse grant cuts and address grid access issues to ensure the continued adoption of renewable energy.
The MREF has called for an "immediate review" of the need for planning restrictions within "safe solar zones" across the country......
The government has been called on to incentivise the installation of battery storage for renewable energy produced by businesses and farms.
The planned upgrade and overhaul of the electricity grid by ESB Networks "needs to happen at speed and at scale", according to the MREF.
The Micro Renewable Energy Federation (MREF) has called for low interest retrofit project loans to be extended to farmers.
The Micro Renewable Energy Federation (MREF) has welcomed the publication of updated minimum...
Taoiseach Leo Varadkar has pledged a contribution of €25 million to the new Loss and Damage Fund for 2024 and 2025 from Ireland.
The decision to include measures to support electricity microgeneration in Budget 2024 has been called a "positive" action by the MREF.
The Micro-Renewable Energy Federation (MREF) has welcomed that solar grant applications will be prioritised for approval under the new TAMS.
With the supports available for farmers and a payback between two to three years, investing into solar PV is an "absolute no-brainer".
The MREF has prioritised major investment in grid infrastructure to ensure that all farms can secure a power export agreement to the grid
A new solar PV scheme announced by government will encourage businesses and farmers to invest in renewable technologies, Pat Smith has said.
The MREF has welcomed the publication of guidelines by Revenue on the operation of the new zero VAT rate on domestic solar PV installations.
The Micro Renewable Energy Federation (MREF) has urged the government to "stand up" for farming and...
Farmers will be able to sell on excess electricity generated under TAMS 3 according to the Micro-Renewable Energy Federation.
