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€14 million Initiative to Develop the Potential of Seaweed as Biofuel

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Researchers at NUI Galway’s Ryan Institute are involved in a major €14 million European initiative to develop the potential of algae as a source of sustainable energy. As a partner in the project, NUI Galway is responsible for the initial step of producing some of the biomass required for conversion to biofuel. This will be … Read more

New €3 Million Renewable Energy Project Launched in West of Ireland

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The Western Development Commission has launched the RASLRES project, which seeks to promote the production of biomass in the West of Ireland. RASLRES (Regional Approaches to Stimulation Local Renewable Energy Solutions) is a Eur3 million multi-national European bio-energy project funded by the Northern Periphery Programme which seeks to build awareness of opportunities for rural communities … Read more