Energy, Environment and Infrastructure
Research in this area combines expertise in economics, engineering and behavioural psychology to examine policy challenges related to climate change, energy security and sustainable use of environmental resources.
New research conducted by the Economic and Social Research Institute and produced in partnership with the Shared Island unit in the Department of the Taoiseach has found that aligned renewable energy targets in Ireland and Northern Ireland support lower costs across the island.
This study shows that the removal of these free EU ETS allowances and taxing kerosene fuel, as proposed in the European Commission's “Fit for 55” package of measures, would lead to the greatest emission reductions at the lowest cost to the Irish aviation industry and the economy, compared with other measures such as the implementation of passenger taxation or charging VAT on flights.
A series of publications examines how recreational angling benefits local economies in Ireland, in addition to the resources valued by anglers at fishing sites.
Download research examining household energy use, including take-ups of retrofitting measures and the impact of smart meters.
Research examines several aspects of climate change mitigation, including carbon taxes and renewable energy.
