I don't think turf (peat) has been burned for energy generation since 2023.
True, I was referring to domestic heat in rural areas.
Unfortunately I think that's going to be very, very hard to sell to many people here in rural Ireland (Roscommon in my case). I would really love to see people stop burning turf but it's such a strong cultural thing that in some parts you'd be ostracised for even thinking the thought.
I've personally spoken to people (who are otherwise quite environmentally aware) who suggest they'd never vote for the Green Party because they'd take their turf away. It's a tough sell.
I think they should be allowed for cultural reasons but only if cut by hand like we did when I was a kid :)
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