Shannonbridge energy hub study due soon

A feasibility study into establishing a green energy hub at the former Shannonbridge power station should be concluded early this year.

The Minister for Communications, Climate Action and Environment has confirmed the the study examining the possibility of the establishment of a Green Energy Hub at the West Offaly and Lough Ree Power (Lanesborough) sites has been underway over the last number of months.

Minister Ryan, in a written answer to a query from Roscommon/Galway TD Denis Naughten, delivered in the Dail on Wednesday of last week, said: “This is being overseen by a steering group chaired by the ESB, and includes representatives of my Department, relevant Local Authorities, and other stakeholders. I expect that the work of the group will conclude early this year, having regard to the timelines required to meet the company’s planning permission obligations in relation to both sites.”