Question 1

What does the EirGrid, Electricity and Turf (Amendment) Bill 2022 do?

Accepted Answer

EirGrid can acquire electricity generation plants and enter agreements with generators to operate them under CRU direction, ending by 31 March 2027 or earlier if the emergency resolves. EirGrid's borrowing limit increases to €3 billion; Minister can provide financial support for these emergency measures with consent of Public Expenditure Minister. Electricity Regulation Act 1999 amended to refund PSO (public service obligation) monies to consumers; Bord na Móna's borrowing limit increases to €650 million.

Question 2

What stage is the EirGrid, Electricity and Turf (Amendment) Bill 2022 at?

Accepted Answer

As of 11 Sep 2024, the EirGrid, Electricity and Turf (Amendment) Bill 2022 is at Enacted. Once a bill passes every stage in both Houses of the Oireachtas and is signed by the President, it becomes law.

Question 3

Who introduced the EirGrid, Electricity and Turf (Amendment) Bill 2022?

Accepted Answer

The EirGrid, Electricity and Turf (Amendment) Bill 2022 was sponsored by Minister for Environment, Climate and Communications, and was introduced on 22 Jun 2022.

EirGrid, Electricity and Turf (Amendment) Bill 2022

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