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Energy: Ireland wants to turn Europe into an electric continent

In the second half of this year, Ireland will assume the EU Council presidency. A senior ministry official outlined Ireland’s energy policy during a visit to Berlin. Meanwhile, the European Commission is postponing its electrification plan.

Manuel Berkel
27. May 2026
Irish Cabinet meeting. Transport Minister Darragh O'Brien speaking to the media ahead of a Cabinet meeting at Government Buildings in Dublin. Picture date: Wednesday April 1, 2026. Photo credit should read: Brian Lawless/PA Wire URN:84100156
Darragh O’Brien is Ireland’s Minister for Climate, Energy, and the Environment, as well as Minister for Transport. His Chief of Staff, Oonagh Buckley, outlined the Irish Presidency’s plans in Berlin. (picture alliance / empics | Brian Lawless)

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Last updated: 27. May 2026

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