Research to Policy

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Translating research into policy is a dynamic, multi-stage process that ensures evidence-based insights to inform public decision-making.

Benefits

  • Bridges research and policy gap
  • Delivers actionable evidence
  • Accelerates innovation uptake
  • Supports policy design and evaluation

Events

Bioeconomy & Bioenergy Research Symposium

Driving Innovation in Ireland's Renewable energy and materials sector

Monday 17th November 2026 in the Department of Climate, Energy and the Environment, Tom Johnson House, Dublin 4

Symposium Agenda

Policy Briefs

Presentation Slides

Case Studies

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Energy Research

Understanding private E-cargo bike use in Ireland

This research project looked at how people in Ireland use private e-cargo bikes in their daily lives.

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Energy Research

Testing flexibility of renewable energy systems based on price

The aim of this project is to control the power flowing into and out of a home through a single, remotely operated smart platform.

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Energy Research

ISCycle – Supporting an inclusive and sustainable transition away from fossil fuel transport

This research project explores the impact of short-term ebike loans in workplace settings and is aimed at individuals often excluded from existing schemes, such as caregivers, people with disabilities and those outside standard employment.

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National Energy Research Database
Use our online database to search for funded energy research projects in Ireland (opens in a new tab)

Energy Research Blogs

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Energy Research

SEAI’s National Energy Research Development and Demonstration Funding Call now open for applications

  • Orla Grant
  • 5 Min

Ireland’s journey toward a clean, secure energy future depends on one key driver: innovation. Apply to our Open Call 2026.

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Energy Research

SEAI awarded €20.5 million in 2025 for 34 new research projects

  • 3 Min

34 cutting-edge energy research projects and fellowships were awarded €20.5 million in Government funding as part of the 2025 SEAI National Energy Funding Programme.

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TCP day
Energy Research

An insightful day at the National IEA Technology Collaboration Programme day.

  • Orla Sherwood
  • 6 Min

SEAI Irish researcher involved in the IEA TCPs (International Energy Agency Technology Collaboration Programme) shares her experience and learnings at the National IEA TCP Day.

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