Consultation on the Redesign of Ireland's Energy Efficiency Obligation Scheme

The aim of this consultation is to gather stakeholder feedback on aspects of the proposed redesign of the Energy Efficiency Obligation Scheme.

The EU's recast Energy Efficiency Directive (EED) makes several important amendments to the Energy Savings Obligation, the most significant being a 44% increase in the cumulative target to be achieved by the end of 2030. This target may be met through a combination of an Energy Efficiency Obligation Scheme (EEOS) and eligible alternative measures. Further important changes relate to the eligibility of energy savings stemming from policy measures that support fossil-fuel combustion technologies, new obligations in respect of 'priority group' consumers, and additional reporting requirements.

The existing EEOS has been in operation since 2014, requiring the largest energy suppliers and distributors to achieve annual energy-efficiency targets. At present, the EEOS delivers 60% of Ireland's cumulative target and is complemented by alternative measures.

The purpose of this paper is to seek views from interested parties on proposals concerning the allocation of the increased target and on amendments to the EEOS that will help Ireland meet its Article 8 obligations. These changes are to be implemented from the start of 2026.

The closing date for submissions is 5.30pm on Monday, 14 July 2025. Anyone wishing to make a submission should complete the online survey. If you cannot access the survey for any reason, please contact the team by email at NonRes@dcee.gov.ie

We are committed to engaging with stakeholders in a clear, open and transparent manner. Any person or organisation can make a submission in relation to this consultation. We will consider all submissions and feedback before we publish the final version of the revised EEOS.

Your response to this consultation is subject to:

• the Freedom of Information Act 2014 (FOI)
• the Access to Information on the Environment Regulations 2007-2018 (AIE)
• the Data Protection Act 2018

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