Episode 13: - Community Benefits from Renewable Energy Projects
This week in our Powering Prosperity feature in association with Renewable Energy Ireland, John Morley spoke to Colleen Savage from M-CO Consultancy firm. Colleen is the leads on community engagement and infrastructure roll projects.
Colleen and John discuss how local communities can benefit from renewable energy projects nearby.
Questions include :
Ireland is undergoing a huge clean energy transformation, how are communities benefitting from this?
What are community benefit funds and why are they provided to communities?
How are community funds set up and what type of projects are typically funded?
What is the role of the community benefit fund administrator?
How can communities get the most out of community benefit funds? What are some useful resources?
What are the most common problems or challenges with applying for funding or running community benefit funded projects?
Each Thursday on Galway Talks, "Powering Prosperity with Renewable Energy Ireland" shines a spotlight on the future of clean energy.
Host John Morley talks with industry experts and academics on the essential developments of Ireland’s indigenous, carbon-free energy sources. From wind and solar to breakthrough innovations, the conversation highlights how these technologies are not only reducing emissions but also driving economic growth and job creation.
As the nation embraces a more sustainable future, this weekly feature continues to inspire listeners with real stories shaping Ireland’s energy transformation.
About Renewable Energy Ireland
Renewable Energy Ireland was established in January 2019 as an open partnership of sustainable energy associations working collectively to support the energy transition in Ireland.
Their shared vision is that by 2050 Ireland will be energy independent through using indigenous, clean, carbon-free renewable energy supported by, and supporting, communities across our country.
Ep 13 - Community Benefits from Renewable Energy Projects
