What is the Energy Transition?

The ‘Energy Transition’ in Tipperary refers to County Tipperary’s journey to a more sustainable future and a move away from fossil fuels.

This is part of a radical transformation regarding Ireland’s Energy System. The country will be required to meet new Climate Policy objectives which will result in a transformative low carbon energy system by 2050.

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* 1. Name:

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* 2. County:

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* 3. Had you heard of the ‘Energy Transition’ relating to County Tipperary’s journey to a more energy sustainable future before?

I had never heard of Tipperary's Energy Transition

I have heard about Tipperary's Energy Transition but have no idea what it is about

I have heard about Tipperary's Energy Transition but do not fully understand it.

I fully understand Tipperary's Energy Transition and what is needed

Other (please specify)

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* 4. How would you describe the Energy Transition as an issue for the people of Tipperary?

Very important

Somewhat important

Not very important

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* 5. What does taking an active part in the Energy Transition mean for your personally?

Turning off lights and appliances

Buying local food and services to limit transportation

Buying more efficient appliances

Buying a smaller car

Buying an electric car

Insulating my home

Walking and cycling where I can

Deep retrofitting my home

All of the above

Other (please specify)

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* 6. How many of these activities do you currently undertake?

Turning off lights and appliances

Buying local food and services to limit transportation

Buying more efficient appliances

Buying a smaller car

Buying an electric car

Insulating my home

Walking and cycling where I can

Deep retrofitting my home

All of the above

Other (please specify)

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* 7. What changes would you support happening in Tipperary?

The energy efficient retrofitting of all/the majority of public buildings

An increased number of community led energy projects

The introduction of low carbon public vehicles

More support for the transition to electric vehicles

Farmers diversifying into renewable energy

Other (please specify)

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* 8. Who do you think has primary responsibility for implementing the Energy Transition?

Local Authorities

Government

Individuals

Private Sector