Question 1

What does the Prevention of Energy Wastage Bill 2026 do?

Accepted Answer

Amends Climate Action Act 2021 to require minister make regulations ensuring curtailed and constrained renewable electricity available free to eligible customers. Requires CRU establish Wasted Electricity Utilisation Scheme within 12 months, prioritizing vulnerable households and those at risk of energy poverty. Addresses renewable electricity wastage by redirecting otherwise-wasted power to reduce energy poverty and support just transition, without mandating price controls.

Question 2

What stage is the Prevention of Energy Wastage Bill 2026 at?

Accepted Answer

As of 3 Jul 2026, the Prevention of Energy Wastage Bill 2026 is at Second Stage in 34th Dáil. 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 Prevention of Energy Wastage Bill 2026?

Accepted Answer

The Prevention of Energy Wastage Bill 2026 was sponsored by Jennifer Whitmore, and was introduced on 2 Jul 2026.

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