The vast majority of MEPs have just voted to impose an immediate embargo on imports of Russian oil, gas, coal and nuclear fuel.
An embargo could cause severe problems but Green MEP Ciarán Cuffe says Ireland shouldn't panic and invest billions in developing fossil fuel projects to address a short-term energy crisis if the EU stops buying Russian oil and gas.
He says Ireland and other EU countries have an opportunity now to accelerate the development of renewable energy sources.
The Dublin MEP is against supporting fossil fuel projects such as the Shannon Liquified Natural Gas terminal proposed for North Kerry.
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Binder’s “life is on hold” – MEP O’Sullivan
Greek jail one of ”worst experiences of my life” Sean Binder
Kerry man facing jail for rescue work highlights case in European Parliament
Irish man “desperate” for trial in Greece – Binder
MEP “delighted” at Galway Port’s TEN-T inclusion
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Fine Gael MEP Kelly on EP bribery allegations
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Interview MEP Cuffe on faster permits for renewable energy
Ireland’s wind energy potential could be boosted by EU vote – Cuffe
MEPs endorse faster permits for renewables – Cuffe
Interview MEP Andrews on Brexit Protocol talks
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Interview MEP Andrews on Ukraine winning Sakharov prize
Ukrainian people awarded EP Sakharov prize – Andrews
Interview MEP Clune on EP corruption scandal
MEP “shocked and surprised” at EP corruption allegations – Clune
Interview MEP Markey on surplus solar energy on farms
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