Daragh O'Brien
Minister for Transport, Climate, Energy and the Environment for the Republic of Ireland. Offers his assessment of critical trade talks, his nation's importance to the global investing landscape, and Ireland’s sustainable energy plans.
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Jul 22, 2025 • 9min
ICYMI: Ireland's International Reach
Darragh O’Brien, Ireland’s Minister for Transport, Climate, Energy, and the Environment, dives into the current state of U.S.-EU trade relations, particularly under impending tariff threats. He highlights Ireland's significance in the global investment scene and discusses the potential fallout of a no-deal scenario. Additionally, O'Brien addresses the dual challenge of expanding data centers while ensuring sustainable energy practices, advocating for energy efficiency and renewable sources to balance growth with environmental responsibility.
Feb 5, 2025 • 16min
ESB To Develop Grid Investment Plan
Daragh O'Brien, the Minister for Climate, Environment and Energy, and Transport, discusses critical plans for upgrading the ESB electricity grid to enhance resilience, especially post-storm. He delves into the financial implications of these upgrades, weighing costs on consumers versus the state. O'Brien also addresses the troubling shortfall in housing completions for 2024, critiquing current government targets and exploring solutions for first-time buyers in a challenging market.
