Chapter 9
Environmental Infrastructure
Issues / Recommendations / Observations
Sub. No.
Chief Executive’s Response & Recommendation
onshore wind, anaerobic digestion, green hydrogen and solar PV, all of which have potential to generate significant economic value and employment and contribute immeasurably to the sustainable credentials of the region and nationally. Renewable energy sources will be the driving force in securing Cork’s future and ensuring it is an attractive location for FDI. District heating is among the renewable energy sources referenced in the Draft City Development Plan. In accommodating more compact and sustainable patterns of development, Cork City Council have pledged to assess the feasibility to deliver district heating, particularly in Cork City Docklands, Tivoli Docklands and the Cork Science and Innovation Park. However due to the current climate in Ireland where summer temperatures are rising every year and the demand for air conditioning is emerging, it would be beneficial to consider if there is a reasonably constant heat source that could be used for heating in winter and cooling in summer.
Supports renewable energy sources included for solar panels, wind energy, wind turbines.
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Refer to the amendments proposed in response to Recommendation 10 of OPR submission no 426 in Part 2, Section 1, on Renewable Energy, which proposes to strengthen policy in this regard. Recommendation: See response to Recommendation 10 of OPR submission no 426 in Part 2, Section 1.
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