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🚨 We are aware of a text message and email scam claiming to be from gov.ie about an energy support scheme.
If you receive such a text or email:
⚠️ Do not engage
⚠️ Do not share any personal information

#ThinkBeforeYouClick
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Wind and solar farms are generating thousands of jobs and powering communities all over Ireland.
More than just our energy, renewables are our future.
Learn more at gov.ie/OurEnergyOurFuture
February 13, 2026 at 3:09 PM
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Students from across the country were celebrated at a special awards ceremony in Dublin last week, marking the announcement of the winners of this year’s MSP Competitions! 👏💙

greenschoolsireland.org/marine-spati...

Huge thanks to @deptcee.bsky.social for their support and making this happen!
February 12, 2026 at 12:07 PM
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Minister of State of the Department of Climate, Energy and the Environment Timmy Dooley today welcomed the publication of an independent report carried out by the European Commission's Joint Research Centre (JRC).
Read more here: https://bit.ly/4rrOq0Y
A person in a suit speaks at a podium against a backdrop with text. The text reads: "I welcome the publication of this report. I would like to thank the JRC and the authors for the prioritised manner in which this review was carried out. A key objective of this review was to ensure that we learned from this incident." At the bottom, the logo and name of the "Rialtas na hÉireann, Government of Ireland" are visible.
February 13, 2026 at 12:56 PM
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Minister O’Brien is in London today for the British Irish Council Energy Ministerial.
Stronger UK–Ireland cooperation ahead of the March Summit ⚡
Read more here: https://bit.ly/4rf8fc7

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A person is speaking at a podium with microphones. Behind them is a large screen displaying a quote about decarbonisation, energy security, and cooperation for a low-carbon future. The logo for the Department of Climate, Environment and Communications is visible on the image.
February 12, 2026 at 9:48 AM
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#HaveYouSay on the consultation updating the Clean Air Strategy! 📣

The consultation will collect views on how the Strategy could be updated to ensure that we can deliver continuous improvements in air quality.

Read more here: https://bit.ly/4o9CRJn
Promotional poster for the public consultation on Updating the Clean Air Strategy 2025 by the Irish Government, featuring an animated owl wearing a scarf, with the website gov.ie/DCEE and a logo stating 'We're taking climate action'.
February 10, 2026 at 6:06 PM
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Minister Alan Dillon, @alandillon.bsky.social, has announced Circular Economy Innovation Grant Scheme recipients.
€650,000 has been awarded to 14 projects nationwide under the Circular Economy Innovation Grant Scheme ♻️

👉 See the full list of projects: https://bit.ly/4qw1fWN
A group of six people standing in front of a stone building entrance. A green sign behind them displays "ACT" and "MFA." The banner on the image reads, "Minister Dillon announces Circular Economy Innovation Grant Scheme recipients." The Irish government logo is at the bottom.
February 10, 2026 at 9:55 AM
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Tá feirmeacha gaoithe agus gréine ag giniúint fuinneamh inathnuaite sa bhaile, ag cruthú post agus ag cumhachtú pobal ar fud na hÉireann.
Tá níos mó i gceist ná an fuinneamh amháin, seo chugainn ár dtodhchaí.
Tuilleadh eolais ó gov.ie/ár-bhfuinneamh-ár-dtodhchaí/
February 8, 2026 at 9:06 PM
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‘Bhfuil tú ag smaoineamh ar do theach a uasghrádú?

Tá an réiteach againne duit!
Féach ar ár bhfíseán chun teacht ar na céimeanna éasca chun teach níos teo agus níos glaise a bhaint amach. Féach anois!
February 8, 2026 at 5:17 PM
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Wind and solar farms are generating thousands of jobs and powering communities all over Ireland.
More than just our energy, renewables are our future.
Learn more at gov.ie/OurEnergyOurFuture
February 6, 2026 at 3:10 PM
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Minister O’Brien and Minister of State Dooley have published the “Exporting Hydrogen from Ireland” study, outlining how Ireland could export renewable hydrogen to continental Europe.
Read the full report: https://bit.ly/4rFOZUZ
Map depicting Europe at night with illuminated cities. A banner reads "Exporting Hydrogen from Ireland" with the Government of Ireland logo.
February 6, 2026 at 12:30 PM
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Ireland continues to make strong progress on renewable electricity ⚡
Almost 8GW of renewable capacity is now installed nationwide, as renewables surpassed fossil fuels in Europe for the first time in 2025.

👉 Learn more: https://bit.ly/4qeGmPR
The image features a landscape with wind turbines and solar panels, illustrating renewable energy. A logo for the Irish government department, gov.ie/DCEE, is present, along with text highlighting Ireland's significant renewable electricity progress. The Government of Ireland emblem is also shown.
February 5, 2026 at 2:57 PM
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Thinking about upgrading your home? 🏠

We’ve got you covered! The Home Energy Upgrade Loan Scheme makes financing your retrofit simple and affordable.
Our 60-second explainer video breaks down the easy steps to a warmer, greener home – watch now!
February 4, 2026 at 6:52 PM
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A second public consultation has opened on the draft Wild Salmon and Sea Trout Tagging Scheme Regulations 2026, as Ireland responds to ongoing declines in salmon and sea trout stocks.
🗓️ Consultation closes 5.30pm, Thursday 5 March 2026
👉 Details and submissions: https://bit.ly/4accmOv
A person standing at a podium speaking, with a large text bubble beside them. The text reads, "This second consultation provides stakeholders with another opportunity to review the measures being proposed and to share their views before the regulations are finalised." The backdrop features the logo and name of the Government of Ireland in the lower right corner.
February 4, 2026 at 4:35 PM
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The consultation on the Terms and Conditions for RESS 6 is now open.
🗓️ Open until 13 March 2026
📩 Submissions welcome from all stakeholders
👉 Learn more and submit your views: https://bit.ly/4bsQpNM
The image features a landscape with wind turbines and solar panels in the foreground, set against a mountain and cloudy sky backdrop. The text reads "Renewable Electricity Support Scheme (RESS 6)" with the logo of the Government of Ireland. A URL, "gov.ie/DCEE," appears at the top.
February 3, 2026 at 10:21 AM
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⚠️ Scam texts and emails are on the rise ⚠️
Be wary of unexpected messages about energy grants or upgrades
Always check gov.ie for trusted information
If in doubt, don’t click
January 28, 2026 at 12:48 PM
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Are you a community group, an SME, or a farmer? Are you interested in delivering a solar or wind project, earning extra income exporting renewable electricity? The Small-scale Renewable Electricity Support Scheme provides a guaranteed tariff for 15 years Find out more at www.gov.ie/SRESS
January 28, 2026 at 11:45 AM
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#HaveYouSay on the consultation updating the Clean Air Strategy! 📣

The consultation will collect views on how the Strategy could be updated to ensure that we can deliver continuous improvements in air quality.

Read more here: https://bit.ly/4o9CRJn
Promotional poster for the public consultation on Updating the Clean Air Strategy 2025 by the Irish Government, featuring an animated owl wearing a scarf, with the website gov.ie/DCEE and a logo stating 'We're taking climate action'.
January 27, 2026 at 6:12 PM
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🏘️ Minister for Climate, Energy and the Environment Darragh O'Brien has announced a package of new and enhanced grants for homeowners across the country who are looking to benefit from home energy upgrades.
Read more here: https://bit.ly/46eofCo

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Minister O'Brien, accompanied by three individuals in high-visibility vests, discusses new SEAI grant supports at a construction site. Image includes logos for gov.ie/DCEE and Rialtas na hÉireann Government of Ireland.
January 27, 2026 at 4:21 PM
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🎤At the North Sea Summit in Hamburg, Minister Darragh O’Brien highlighted Ireland’s targets of 5GW of offshore wind by 2030 and 37GW by 2050, and the importance of regional cooperation to turn the North Seas into Europe’s green power plant. 🎧⬆️
Read more here: https://bit.ly/45y4qWF
January 27, 2026 at 11:17 AM
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🚨Táimid ar an eolas faoi chamscéim téacs agus ríomhphoist a mhaíonn gur ó gov.ie iad a bhaineann le scéim tacaíochta fuinnimh.
Má fhaigheann tú téacs nó ríomhphost cosúil leis sin:
⚠️ Ná téigh i dteagmháil leis
⚠️Ná roinn aon eolas pearsanta
Official poster from gov.ie/DCEE in Ireland encouraging caution to prevent misinformation spread, featuring a person typing on a laptop with emphasis on the text in Irish 'WARNING! A suspicious scam email is being circulated. Do not click on suspicious links and do not share unverified information.' and the logo of the Government of Ireland.
January 23, 2026 at 4:14 PM
deptcee.bsky.social
🚨 We are aware of a text message and email scam claiming to be from gov.ie about an energy support scheme.
If you receive such a text or email:
⚠️ Do not engage
⚠️ Do not share any personal information

#ThinkBeforeYouClick
Official warning from gov.ie/DCEE: Alert message about scam emails and texts advising not to click on suspicious links or share personal information, presented with an image of a person's hands typing on a laptop.
January 23, 2026 at 4:04 PM
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Proud to mark a major milestone as Minister @Darragh O'Brien joins EirGrid and Tonn Nua joint venture (@ESBGroup & @Orsted at our first project team meeting in Dublin, marking a significant step forward in supporting Ireland’s #offshore #renewable energy ambitions! 🌊⚡
January 20, 2026 at 5:48 PM
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Minister Darragh O’Brien, and Minister of State Timmy Dooley, are pleased to announce the appointments of Fishery Liaison and Community Liaison Services for the National Designated Maritime Area Plan (DMAP) for Offshore Renewable Energy (ORE).
Read more here: https://bit.ly/4pVN11j
Official promotional image from gov.ie/DCEE featuring offshore wind turbines and a lighthouse in the ocean. Includes text about Fishery Liaison and Community Services for National DMAP by the Government of Ireland.
January 21, 2026 at 2:42 PM
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At the Wind Energy Ireland Conference, Minister Darragh O’Brien highlights the importance of renewables in delivering a secure, sustainable energy system for Ireland — supporting climate targets, jobs and long-term resilience 🌬️⚡
January 21, 2026 at 11:26 AM
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#AbairDoChuid ar an gcomhairliúchán lena nuashonraítear an Straitéis um Aer Glan! 📣
Léigh tuilleadh anseo: https://bit.ly/3MdqyOU
Poster from gov.ie/DCEE featuring an animated seagull with a scarf, promoting the Public Consultation on the Clean Air Strategy. Text includes 'Public Consultation on Updating the Clean Air Strategy 2025' and logos from the Irish Government.
January 19, 2026 at 6:05 PM