Northern Ireland Energy Strategy ‘Path to Net Zero Energy’

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The context for energy has changed substantially since the 2010 Strategic Energy Framework (SEF) was published. In June 2019 the UK became the first major economy to commit to a 100 per cent reduction in greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. This ‘net zero’ target represents a significant step-change in the commitment to addressing the climate crisis.

Developing a new energy strategy

On 16 December 2021, the Department for the Economy published the Northern Ireland Energy Strategy - the Path to Net Zero Energy:

Call for evidence

The first step in the development of the Energy Strategy was a Call for Evidence, which closed on 3 April 2020. All documents relating to the Call for Evidence can be found at:

Energy Strategy options consultation

The consultation on policy options for the new Energy Strategy opened on 31 March 2021:

Energy Strategy e-bulletins

In June 2020, the department published the first in a regular series which will keep key stakeholders updated on progress with developing the new energy strategy.

Funding Innovation for net zero e-zine

The aim of the e-zine is to keep you informed of funding opportunities available in the clean tech and green innovation space.

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