We are looking forward to holding IrBEA's 24th National Bioenergy Conference on Thursday the 9th of October in Killashee House Hotel, Naas, County Kildare.
Ireland’s transition to a low-carbon economy is entering a critical phase—and bioenergy must play a central role. We will bring Irish industry, policy makers, investors and innovators together to address the urgent need for accelerated deployment of bioenergy. With Ireland’s 2030 climate targets fast approaching, this event will focus on what is happening and what needs to happen going forward. From regulatory barriers and funding gaps to technology opportunities and rural development, the conference will tackle the key challenges facing the sector and explore how bioenergy can support decarbonisation across industry, agriculture, heat and power.
This year’s theme reflects a shift from potential to progress. Topics will include bioenergy’s contribution to grid flexibility, the bioeconomy, emerging investment models and case studies such as biomass utilisation from storm windblow. With a high-impact agenda, and a focus on collaboration and delivery, this conference is a must-attend for anyone serious about Ireland’s energy future. Join us to help shape the action plan needed to unlock bioenergy’s full potential—because the time to act is now.
If you would like to discuss sponsorship and exhibition opportunities for this event contact Teresa O'Brien at [email protected]
This conference is particularly relevant in the current time of high fossil energy prices, security of energy supply challenges. There is an urgent need for sustainable decarbonisation and climate action. The Irish bioenergy sector is unique in that it can provide an indigenous energy solution to all the current challenges. Bioenergy can produce continuous, storable, and dispatchable renewable energy delivered through local supply chains, offering employment opportunities and economic activity.
The Irish bioenergy sector will require investment, supports, incentives and the right policy measures in place to ensure the continued sustainability, growth, and development of the sector.
Speakers at this conference will explore the following areas:
Carbon accounting and sustainable models in Irish businesses Energy costs and the role of bioenergy in reducing supply chain risks Bioenergy as part of a suite of emissions reduction measures The current role of bioenergy in businesses, homes, and farms The challenge and opportunity for bioenergy to decarbonise heat, transport, electricity, and agriculture Key challenges and opportunities for bioenergy in Ireland's low carbon transition Accelerating the ambition in Bioenergy