Environment
Lack of supports and public perception were highlighted as the main areas for 'slow uptake' on bioenergy in the IrBEA conference today
Farmers can learn more about options in diversifying their farms towards renewable energy at two events, set to be held today and tomorrow.
The news that the Support Scheme for Renewable Heat (SSRH) is open for applications has been hailed as the "kick start" the industry needs.
The SSRH needs to open fully in order to kick-start the Irish biomass sector, according to the president of the IrBEA, Des O'Toole.