Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 10 February 2026
296. Deputy Barry Heneghan asked the Minister for Climate, Energy and the Environment the number of renewable energy projects that have sought private wire electricity connections in each of the past five years; the number approved; the number refused or delayed; and the reasons provided at an aggregate level, in tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [9713/26]
View answerThe Private Wires Bill is currently being drafted following Cabinet approval of the General Scheme in December 2025. Therefore, there is no process to apply for private wires as they do not have a legislative basis. Pending approval, it is envisaged that the application process for private wires will be the responsibility of the Commission for the Regulation of Utilities (CRU). The CRU will act independently from the Minister in this regard.
