Jobs potential in bioenergy will be the focus at Teagasc conference

THE potential to create jobs in the developing bioenergy industry will be outlined at the Teagasc National Bioenergy Conference which takes place at two locations later this week.

Land owners, fuel processors and energy consumers are all forging ahead with new innovative developments at all stages in the supply chain in this emerging industry. This is helping to create employment in rural areas. Independent reports show that for every 1,000 tonnes of woodchips used to create energy, two full-time job equivalents are supported.

Organised, in association with ACC Bank, the National Bioenergy Conference will be held on Thursday in Horse and Jockey, Thurles, and on Friday at the Landmark Hotel, Carrick-on-Shannon, Co Leitrim.