Energy Infrastructure
Seanad Éireann — 2022-10-20
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Lynn Boylan (SF), Agricultural Panel

I thank the Minister of State for his comprehensive answer. It is reassuring to hear there are back-up generators for ECAS. The concern is that those who need to get in touch with ECAS will be able to do so because most people now use mobile phones or online services. The response did not address my specific questions on battery storage or the isolation of antennae on the grid. I will contact ComReg, and revert to the Minister of State if I do not get answers. It is of serious concern that people could be left stranded in the case of blackouts.

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Sitting date: 2022-10-20