PQ 173
173. Deputy Barry Heneghan asked the Minister for Climate, Energy and the Environment the current policy position of his Department on the use of plug-in solar PV systems in apartments and rented homes; whether his Department has engaged with the CRU and ESB Networks regarding the regulatory and safety requirements that apply where such systems export electricity to the grid, including the role of the Low Carbon Technology Register; whether guidance or policy changes are under consideration to facilitate compliant use by apartment residents, including tenants; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [14829/26]
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173. Deputy Barry Heneghan asked the Minister for Climate, Energy and the Environment the current policy position of his Department on the use of plug-in solar PV systems in apartments and rented homes; whether his Department has engaged with the CRU and ESB Networks regarding the regulatory and safety requirements that apply where such systems export electricity to the grid, including the role of the Low Carbon Technology Register; whether guidance or policy changes are under consideration to facilitate compliant use by apartment residents, including tenants; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [14829/26]
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