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Engineers Urge Ireland to Keep Fossil Fuels for Energy Security
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Experts from the Irish Academy of Engineering propose a shift in energy policy, advocating for the reconversion of Moneypoint power station to coal and lifting the ban on offshore oil and gas exploration. They argue that Irelands heavy reliance on imported fuel, exacerbated by the Middle East conflict, poses a significant vulnerability. The academy also suggests accelerating the development of the Kinsale gas field for storage and reconsidering the LNG facility plans in County Clare. They urge the government to extend Moneypoints operation until 2036, acknowledging the necessity of fossil fuels beyond 2050 and the need for policy adjustments to mitigate future crises.
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