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      Unlocking our energy potential

      KPMG in conjunction with Red C, conducted this broad survey of Irish people and their attitudes to all elements of the energy transition.

      However, seizing these opportunities demands significant infrastructural investment, from pylons to transmission lines, education and engagement with communities and political leadership to communicate the immediate and long-term benefits. 

      For the second year, our research analyses Irish attitudes to all elements of the energy transition. It explores public sentiment, behaviours, and barriers related to climate action, renewable energy, and the energy transition. 

      Our findings show strong and continued public support for change, but education and engagement remain key to unlocking our energy potential. 

      Ireland has the opportunity to become a global green energy powerhouse, however we must work together to secure Ireland’s energy future.  

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      Powering Tomorrow 2025 (PDF, 2MB)

      Colm O'Neill

      Partner, Head of Consulting, Global Head of Power and Utilities

      KPMG in Ireland


      At a glance
      Accelerating energy transition. 76% support renewable energy near their homes. Likelihood to support large-scale energy infrastructure projects: 79% offshore wind 74% Onshore wind & solar energy 73% railways, business lanes & cycle lanes. Only 28% support nuclear plants. Over 7 in 10 are more likely to support disruptive infrastructure projects if they create local jobs and support local businesses
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      Supporting renewable energy
      Changing Behaviours. Likelihood to undertake carbon-reducing activites: 83% implement home energy efficiency measures, 83% minimise food waste, 55% shop more sustainably, 53% upgrade home energy efficiency, 38% change diet. Only 1 in 5 switched energy suppliers in the last year. 40% have undertaken energy efficiency measures at home over the last year
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      Carbon-reducing behaviours
      Driving EV adoption. 6% have electric cars. 50% say price is the main barrier to electric cars. 1 in 5 respondents express a keen interest in switching to an electric car or van within the next five years
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      Adopting electric vehicles
      Dividing generations. 6 in 10 are concerned about the effects of climate change. Only 14% believe Ireland is on track to achieve its climate action targets. Only 45% of those aged between 35 and 64 are unconcerned about climate change.
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      Climate change concerns

      Get in touch

      Our Powering Tomorrow report shows that there is real support for the right large-scale energy projects in Ireland.

      If you have any queries about how your business could seize this opportunity, please contact Colm O'Neill of our Energy, Utilities and Telecoms practice. We'd be delighted to hear from you.

      Colm O'Neill

      Partner, Head of Consulting, Global Head of Power and Utilities

      KPMG in Ireland

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