: a new era

Siemens’ energy chief Gary O’Callaghan explains the energy company’s vision for Irish electricity to Owen McQuade, pointing out how the island can practically fit into the new electricity age which has already begun. The era of the new electricity age is dawning and Ireland must make its mark. We can “just” do enough to meet our CO2 targets, or we can go further and become a net exporter of energy, states Gary O’Callaghan. Siemens’ Head of Energy Sector sees the UK’s potential energy...

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: OUT in the cold

Northern Ireland spends more on heating the home than any other region in the UK. Ryan Jennings finds out why and what is...[full story]

: Making waves with electricity

Northern Ireland pioneered marine power and now stands to gain a leading place as it grows, Professor Trevor Whittaker tells...[full story]

: The balancing act

Enterprise Committee Chair Alban Maginness considers the various balances to be struck if Northern Ireland is to maximise...[full story]

: Joint Committee on Climate Change and Energy Security

A climate change law and a more central role for the committee is “critical.” Formed in 2007, the Joint Committee on...[full story]

: Deploying renewables

Given the growing importance of renewable energy, getting the right strategy for rolling out its technology is crucial....[full story]

: Regulating energy

Commission for Energy Regulation Chairman Michael Tutty focuses on the factors for good regulation and updates Owen McQuade...[full story]

: Power for prosperity

No electricity, no economy. Dermot Byrne, Chief Executive of EirGrid, reflects on the power grid’s central relevance to...[full story]

: Energy in the green recovery

Energy Minister Eamon Ryan TD updates eolas on Ireland’s progress towards a sustainable energy future and the role this...[full story]

: A key building block

The smart meter has been heralded as a key building block in our low-carbon energy future. agendaNi looks at the future...[full story]

: The multi-utility

Owen McQuade looks at the multi-utility model and how it might develop in the future. With the liberalisation of energy...[full story]

: EU energy beyond 2010

Tony Doherty considers the way ahead in European energy policy and predicts that the Third Legislative Package should lead...[full story]

: Going nuclear

While nuclear power may not be on the agenda in Northern Ireland, Ryan Jennings looks at its role in reducing carbon emissions. Across...[full story]

: The parties bright ideas

A summary of energy policies advocated by parties represented in the Assembly. Portfolios of Ministers and spokesmen cover...[full story]

: Changing our ways

In a changing time for energy, Utility Regulator Iain Osborne takes stock of local wind and heat resources with Owen McQuade,...[full story]

: Power for the future

agendaNi reviews Northern Ireland’s draft Strategic Energy Framework. “The choices are not easy – but we cannot afford...[full story]

: The mutual energy company

Northern Ireland Energy Holdings’ Paddy Larkin talks through mutualisation with Owen McQuade and how his company’s links...[full story]