Department of Climate, Energy and the Environment

Department of Climate, Energy and the Environment

I am seeking access to any records relating to the preparation for Budget 2026 and the level of intervention for household energy supports. This may include internal analysis, briefing notes, correspondence within the department, with other departments, and outside stakeholders. If possible, I would appreciate if the records could cover the period from 1 January 2025 to the present. I am not seeking routine administrative correspondence such as arranging meetings and the like.

Department of Climate, Energy and the Environment

a) the number of fires that occurred at waste plant facilities as a result of lithium-ion batteries over the last 12 months, dating October 2024- October 2025 b) the number of fires that occurred at waste plant facilities as a result of lithium-ion batteries in each month this year

Department of Climate, Energy and the Environment

I am looking for records related to the revision of the EU's urban waste water directive during the period January 2024 until the present. Specifically, I would like access to records related to contacts between the minister/department and Novartis, MSD, Teva Pharmaceuticals, Clonmel Healthcare, Abbvie, Roche, the Irish Pharmaceutical Healthcare Association, the Alliance of Medicines for Ireland and Instinctif Partners Public Affairs Ireland.

Department of Climate, Energy and the Environment

A copy of any correspondence (including attachments) with the chair of the board of Inland Fisheries Ireland. Period: 1 January 2025-present.

Department of Climate, Energy and the Environment

• A copy of the most up-to-date tracker for the implementation of recommendations from audits; • A list of all audits carried out in the last two years to include the month and year of the audit and the overall assurance rating;

Department of Climate, Energy and the Environment

Minutes of meeting(s) held between Minister O'Brien and Tom O'Brien + Bríd Horan of Nephin Energy, between the dates of 1 May, 2025 to 31 Aug, 2025. Copy of any emails/letters sent from Nephin Energy to Minister O'Brien/Dept of Environment n the same timeframe.

Department of Climate, Energy and the Environment

I request the following records concerning the following lobbying returns: https://www.lobbying.ie/return/129850/vermilion-exploration--production-ireland-ltd https://www.lobbying.ie/return/131965/shamrock-renewable-products-limited Please include all documents provided by the lobbying party, as well as notes or minutes from any meetings and all departmental or ministerial correspondence returned to the lobbying party. Please also include internal records concerning these lobbying events including memos, speaking notes, briefings, and preparatory and follow-up internal correspondence on the matters raised at the initial meeting. Please exclude administrative emails related to setting up or organising meetings.

Department of Climate, Energy and the Environment

Any communications between the board/ceo of the Maritime Area Regulatory Authority (MARA) and Minister Darragh O'Brien between January 2025 and today.

Department of Climate, Energy and the Environment

All correspondence between The Department (principal officer grade or higher) and the following in relation to increase energy prices, dated between 01/09/25 and 14/10/25- Energia. Bord Gáis. SSE Airtricity. All correspondence between Minister Darragh O'Brien and the following in relation to increase energy prices, dated between 01/09/25 and 14/10/25- Energia. Bord Gáis. SSE Airtricity.

Department of Climate, Energy and the Environment

I request the following records within the period 1 January 2024-present: 1)A copy of the recent audit of the Digital Hub Development Agency (DHDA) with an overall rating of “Unsatisfactory”; 2)A copy of the recent Travel and Subsistence Audit 3)A copy of the recent Celtic Interconnector audit; 4)A copy of the recent Climate Action Plan - Process for Tracking Delivery of DECC Actions audit 5)The audit committee meeting in April 2025 discussed a potential fraud incident with an agency with an update report and/or lessons learned report were discussed/provided. Please release a copy of any such records.

Department of Climate, Energy and the Environment

All correspondence regarding Lithium ion batteries between Mr Philip Nugent and the Irish Waste Management Association, in the last year dating October 2024- October 2025.

Department of Climate, Energy and the Environment

1. Copy of comprehensive report submitted by the chair of Bord na Mona to the Minister for Climate, Energy and Environment in 2025 in accordance with paragraph 2.6 of the Code of Practice for the Governance of State Bodies in conjunction with the annual reports of the company for 2024.

Department of Climate, Energy and the Environment

I am requesting access to any records held by the Department of the Environment, Climate and Communications from US-based companies, industry associations, or lobby groups concerning Coimisiún na Meán’s role as Ireland’s Digital Services Coordinator under the EU Digital Services Act (DSA). The records sought should cover the period 20 January 2025 to 17 October 2025. To assist with the search, this request includes correspondence from or on behalf of the following organisations or their representatives: -Meta (Facebook / Instagram) -Google / YouTube (Alphabet Inc.) -X Corp (Twitter) -TikTok (Bytedance) -Microsoft -Amazon -Apple -NetChoice -Chamber of Progress -Computer & Communications Industry Association (CCIA) -TechNet -Heritage Foundation -The Federalist Society -Media Research Center (MRC) -America First Legal -America First Policy Institute

Department of Climate, Energy and the Environment

All communications from State company ESB Networks (a subsidiary of ESB) relating to the demand for electricity, likely to result from the Government’s housing target of 300,000 new homes by 2030, to the minister and any department official, ranked assistant principal officer and above, dating from the appointment of the current minister, Darragh O’Brien, in January 2025.

Department of Climate, Energy and the Environment

All communications from State company Eirgrid plc relating to the demand for electricity, likely to result from the Government’s housing target of 300,000 new homes by 2030, to the minister and any department official, ranked assistant principal officer and above, dating from the appointment of the current minister, Darragh O’Brien, in January 2025.

Department of Climate, Energy and the Environment

• All departmental correspondence, both internal and external, sent between January 1, 2023, and present day (October 6, 2025) that contains both of the keywords "Xinjiang" and "solar" • All departmental correspondence, both internal and external, sent between January 1, 2023, and present day (October 6, 2025) that contains both of the keywords "Uyghur" and "solar" • All departmental correspondence, both internal and external, sent between January 1, 2023, and present day (October 6, 2025) that contains both of the keywords "Uighur" and "solar" Clarification received 07/10/2025 I am specifically interested in correspondence that contains the previously mentioned keywords for the previously mentioned dates and: • Relates to procurement for solar farms OR solar panels for state facilities • Was sent to or from the minister or ministers of state • Was sent to or from Assistant Secretary Matt Collins • Correspondence between the department and companies involved in the construction and delivery of solar projects including: o ESB o Bord na Mona o Neoen o Power Capital Renewable Energy o Voltalia o H&MV Engineering o S&G Solar Ltd o Wills Bros Group

Department of Climate, Energy and the Environment

My request relates to reports that data centres will be powered by offsite fossil fuel generation connected to data centres by private wires. I request access to any and all records held by your Department concerning this matter including but not limited to: 1. Correspondence, reports, briefings, or internal communications regarding the development, approval, or regulation of data centres being powered by offsite fossil fuel generation through private wire connections; 2. Any assessments, environmental impact evaluations, or policy discussions relating to the use of fossil fuel generation to supply data centres through private wires; 3. Records of engagement with private companies, energy providers, or data centre operators regarding such private wire connections, including meetings, minutes, or memos; 4. Any communications with the Commission for Regulation of Utilities (CRU), EirGrid, or local authorities about this issue. For clarity, this request covers records created from 1 January 2025 to the present.

Department of Climate, Energy and the Environment

I would like to request records of the updates from the CRU's retail team on key market metrics (e.g. arrears, etc.). I would like to request correspondence between CRU and DCEE in relation to these updates as well as the updates themselves. I would also like to request records internal to DCEE related to the CRU metrics. This may include briefing notes, analysis, emails, and so on. I would like to limit the request in time from 1 July to present.

Department of Climate, Energy and the Environment

The submissions collected in response to the department's Public Consultation on the Feasibility of Transitioning Ireland's Waste Collection Market from its Current Side-by-Side Licensing System to a Franchise Tendering System between 1 May and 10 June 2025.

Department of Climate, Energy and the Environment

• A copy of any correspondence (including attachments) with senior management or the board of Inland Fisheries Ireland concerning any issues raised with the department related to the incident/accident and/or uninsured vehicles (which, for context, was discussed at the PAC hearing in July 2023 and April 2024. Period: 1 January 2025-present • A copy of any correspondence (including attachments) with senior management or the board of Inland Fisheries Ireland concerning any protected disclosures received concerning Inland Fisheries Ireland. Period: 1 January 2025-present

Department of Climate, Energy and the Environment

I am seeking information relating to the sale of the former Bord na Móna plant at Littleton, Co Tipperary, to Sabrina Integrated Services. Bord na Móna entered into a partnership with this company to recycle plastics at the facility. I request:  All notes, records and documents concerning the partnership between Sabrina Integrated Services and Bord na Móna, including details of how the partnership operated.  The sale price of the Littleton plant, its market value at the time of sale, details of the transaction, and all reports or documents concerning the intended use of the property after the change of ownership in late 2020.  Any information on whether funds from the Immigrant Investor Programme (IIP) were used in the transaction.  Copies of all notes, emails and records of representations from elected politicians to the Department or Bord na Móna concerning the use of the facility, both prior to the partnership with Sabrina Integrated Services and in relation to the subsequent sale.  Records of any meetings held to arrange the partnership and/or sale of the facility, including agendas, minutes, notes, and a list of attendees  I would also like information on how the sale of this premises was accounted for by the Department and Bord na Mona.

Department of Climate, Energy and the Environment

1. All minutes from meetings of the National Energy Affordability taskforce from inception to date

Department of Climate, Energy and the Environment

The total number of staff recruited at the Clerical Officer, Executive Officer and Higher Executive Officer grades for 2024 and 2025 (year to date). A breakdown of how posts were filled (i.e, if they were filled through open recruitment, internal promotion or mobility) for 2024 and 2025 YTD Confirmation as to whether the Department fulfilled it's obligations under the Civil Service Mobility Scheme to fill 1 in 2 vacancies at CO grade, 25% at EO grade, and 1 in 6 vacancies at HEO grade through Mobility in 2024. Also, confirmation is the same obligations have been reached for 2025 (YTD) or if they are projected to be reached.

Department of Climate, Energy and the Environment

Seeking a list of esubmissions submitted to the Minister for Environment, Climate and Communications through the e-submissions channel. I wish for my request to cover the period from 01-09-2025 - 30-09-2025.

Department of Climate, Energy and the Environment

Minutes of meeting(s) held between Minister O'Brien and Blaine Gaffney [or any other member of] MSD between the dates of 1 Sep, 2025 to 17 Oct, 2025. Copy of the letter sent from MSD to Minister O'Brien/Dept of Environment in the same timeframe.

Department of Climate, Energy and the Environment

I am writing to formally request access to records concerning planned Information and Communication Technology (ICT) procurements for the current financial year (2025/26). As part of our organisation’s interest in understanding upcoming ICT procurement initiatives, I kindly request access to the following information: 1. Details of the ICT budget and planned ICT projects or initiatives for the current financial year (2025/26). 2. Documentation outlining planned ICT procurements for FY 2025/26, including (but not limited to) hardware, software, ICT maintenance agreements, and related services.

Department of Climate, Energy and the Environment

Department of Climate, Energy and the Environment

Any emails, letters, correspondence, briefing notes, memos and meeting notes held in relation to meetings held between Darragh O'Brien and Vermillion between May 1 and August 31st, 2025, as per this lobbying return

Department of Climate, Energy and the Environment

Minutes of meeting(s) held between Darragh O'Brien, Minister and Aine Doyle, Special Adviser, and Stephen Garvey of Glenveagh, between the dates of 1 May, 2025 to 31 Aug, 2025.

Department of Climate, Energy and the Environment

• Any emails, letters, correspondence, notes, memos and meeting minutes sent in connection to the Minister O'Brien meeting with Nephin Energy CEO in June • Any follow-up emails or correspondence between the Minister and Nephin after the meeting and any correspondence detailing future meetings.

Department of Climate, Energy and the Environment

I am requesting all Government records containing reference to the term "Geoengineering"

Department of Climate, Energy and the Environment

I am seeking a copy of the following ministerial submissions: - Climate Finance Expenditure for 2025 - An Post CEO Remuneration Increase Request - Clean Air Strategy 2025 Progress Report - Dublin Pride 2025 Sponsorship

Department of Climate, Energy and the Environment

• A record of relevant correspondence to the Minister regarding changes to the proposed model aimed at reducing the use of paper and plastic cups typically used as coffee cups. • A record of any submissions made regarding new intended proposals to reduce the use of paper and plastic cups typically used as coffee cups, dated between June 1 and the date of this request

Department of Climate, Energy and the Environment

I am seeking copies of the following esubmissions and ancillary documents: - Response to request for Ministers observations to ABP 322568-25 - Letter to Office of Ceann Comhairle - Correspondence to the Ceann Comhairle regarding PQ 42032/25 - Standing Order 55 in respect of PQ Ref: 43013/25 I wish for my request to cover the period from 1/1/2025 - 21/9/2025.

Department of Climate, Energy and the Environment

 Any correspondence from the residents of Green Street in Cork City regarding rodent infestations in homes and on the streets.  Any correspondence from private landlords documenting rodent infestations in homes and on the street on Green Street in Cork City, on behalf of their tenants.  Any documentation or minutes of meetings regarding the rise of rodent infestations in Green Street and the surrounding areas. I would like this information to be provided from 2024 to 2025, electronically and in its original format.

Department of Climate, Energy and the Environment

I wish to request access to any record which shows the total amount of money spent by your office / department on lights, light fittings, light shades, non-standard bulbs, or other lighting- related purchases. This request can be limited to - 1. purchases arising since 18 December, 2024 (the first sitting date of the current Dáil; 2. equipment / goods purchased for use in rooms in government departments occupied by ministers of State and members of the cabinet; and 3. equipment / goods purchased for use in rooms in the Oireachtas occupied by senators, TDs, ministers of State and members of the cabinet; It can further be limited to exclude expenditure which was genuinely routine in nature - e.g. replacement of blown bulbs, and to exclude any replacement / work which was undertaken exclusively on safety grounds. Although you are required by the FOI Act to disregard any reason for a request under the Act, it may help to know that I am hoping to identify expenditure on lights / lighting which arose following a request by any member of the Oireachtas.

Department of Climate, Energy and the Environment

The application is for all correspondence with Corio Generation since January 1, 2022, in relation to the performance security guarantee it lodged with the Government in relation to the Sceirde Rocks Windfarm development.

Department of Climate, Energy and the Environment

 Any emails, letters, correspondence, notes, memos and meeting minutes sent in connection to the Minister O'Brien meeting with Kevin Miller from Amazon Web Services in March 2025.  Any follow-up emails or correspondence between the Minister and Amazon officials after the meeting and any correspondence detailing future meetings.

Department of Climate, Energy and the Environment

I wish to request access to any record which shows the total amount of money spent by your office / department on floor covering (carpets, carpet tiles, linoleum, wooden tiles, solid or semi-solid wood, or any other type of floor covering) in 2025.

Department of Climate, Energy and the Environment

I am seeking a copy of the following reports: - Strengthening Energy Regulation Oversight (European Economic Research).

Department of Climate, Energy and the Environment

I would like to request the contents of a letter, dated 16th December 2024, from the Irish Waste Management Association (IWMA), to Mr Philip Nugent of the Department of Climate, Energy and the Environment, with the subject line "Li-ion batteries". I would also like to request any following correspondence between the two parties.

Department of Climate, Energy and the Environment

• Any emails, letters, correspondence, notes, memos and meeting minutes sent in connection to the Minister O'Brien meeting with Vermillion during the summer • Any follow-up emails or correspondence between the Minister and Vermillion after the meeting and any correspondence detailing future meetings.

Department of Climate, Energy and the Environment

• Any emails, letters, correspondence, notes, memos and meeting minutes sent in connection to the Minister O'Brien meeting with EDF renewables in June • Any follow-up emails or correspondence between the Minister and EDF after the meeting and any correspondence detailing future meetings.

Department of Climate, Energy and the Environment

1. A list or summary of cases (from 2011 to present) in which cost protection under the Aarhus Convention (Article 9) or Irish implementing laws (including Section 50B of the Planning and Development Act 2000, or the Environment (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 2011) was granted, applied, or recognised in judicial proceedings. 2. Any records (internal reports, correspondence, or summaries) held by the Department identifying:  Individuals, organisations, or NGOs who were granted Aarhus based protective cost status in court cases involving environmental matters.  Statistical summaries or case tracking information of such beneficiaries, if maintained.

Department of Climate, Energy and the Environment

I wish to request access to the following records/details: • Any letter/email communications between Minister Darragh O'Brien and the ceo or chair of Eirgrid between February 2025 and now. • Minutes from meetings between the minister and Eirgrid's ceo or chair. • Any internal briefings prepared in advance of those meetings for the minister.

Department of Climate, Energy and the Environment

Department of Climate, Energy and the Environment

I am seeking a copy of the following ministerial submissions. With regard to the BnaM CEO, please note that the annual salary attached to this role is published as a matter of course in their annual report. - Bord na Móna CEO three-year contract extension and remuneration increase - Ministers briefing for meeting with William Walsh

Department of Climate, Energy and the Environment

1. Correspondence/communications held by the Department of Climate, Environment and Energy between the Department, its Ministers and/or senior officials and any or all of the following: The Alliance for Zero Carbon Heating (TAZCH)

Department of Climate, Energy and the Environment

I wish to request access to the following records/details: • Any minutes from the National Energy Affordability Taskforce meetings to date • Any internal department briefings prepared on the basis of National Energy Affordability Taskforce proposals.

Department of Climate, Energy and the Environment

I wish to request access to the following records/details between February this year up to the current date. • Any communications between tech companies Amazon, Meta, Google and Equinix and the minister. • Any briefings for the minister prepared in advance of meetings with the above. • Minutes from those meetings.