Menu
13/05/2009
Green's MEP Hopeful Promises Thousands Of NI Building Jobs
Green Party MEP candidate Steven Agnew has said tens of thousands of jobs could be created in the construction sector under a 'Green New Deal' for Northern Ireland.
Mr Agnew said the adoption of the scheme across Europe could stimulate over five million jobs.
He said: "A vote for me will be a vote for the 'Green New Deal' which has the potential of creating thousands of jobs for electricians, fitters, plumbers, engineers, construction workers, project workers, sales and marketing staff."
Mr Agnew said Northern Ireland currently imports 98% of its energy, despite having "vast natural resources in wind, biomass and tidal".
The European candidate said if the political will existed 33,000 jobs could be created.
"The Greens in Europe are calling for a Renewables Community (ERENE) to support the long term goal of 100% energy from renewable sources," added Mr Agnew.
(PR/JM)
Mr Agnew said the adoption of the scheme across Europe could stimulate over five million jobs.
He said: "A vote for me will be a vote for the 'Green New Deal' which has the potential of creating thousands of jobs for electricians, fitters, plumbers, engineers, construction workers, project workers, sales and marketing staff."
Mr Agnew said Northern Ireland currently imports 98% of its energy, despite having "vast natural resources in wind, biomass and tidal".
The European candidate said if the political will existed 33,000 jobs could be created.
"The Greens in Europe are calling for a Renewables Community (ERENE) to support the long term goal of 100% energy from renewable sources," added Mr Agnew.
(PR/JM)
Related Northern Ireland Recruitment News Stories
Click here for the latest headlines.
10 December 2012
IT Firm Creates 100 New Jobs
Minister for Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation, Richard Bruton, TD, today announced that Mandiant, a specialist provider of IT security solutions is to establish an engineering and security operations centre in Dublin with the creation of 100 new jobs.
IT Firm Creates 100 New Jobs
Minister for Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation, Richard Bruton, TD, today announced that Mandiant, a specialist provider of IT security solutions is to establish an engineering and security operations centre in Dublin with the creation of 100 new jobs.
15 June 2009
Potential For 'Green' Jobs, Says De Brun
The green economy should be at the heart of government programmes, according to Sinn Féin's Bairbre de Brún, who said energy efficiency schemes could create much-needed jobs for the ailing construction sector. The newly re-elected MEP appeared before the Climate Change Inquiry held by the Assembly Environment Committee last week.
Potential For 'Green' Jobs, Says De Brun
The green economy should be at the heart of government programmes, according to Sinn Féin's Bairbre de Brún, who said energy efficiency schemes could create much-needed jobs for the ailing construction sector. The newly re-elected MEP appeared before the Climate Change Inquiry held by the Assembly Environment Committee last week.
02 February 2009
NI 'Green Jobs' Potential
Northern Ireland has the opportunity to create 'green jobs' by maximising its sustainable energy activity, according to NI Enterprise Minister Arlene Foster.
NI 'Green Jobs' Potential
Northern Ireland has the opportunity to create 'green jobs' by maximising its sustainable energy activity, according to NI Enterprise Minister Arlene Foster.
18 July 2011
Wind Turbines Blow In Jobs
A leading Irish manufacturing company is to create 145 new jobs in Athenry, County Galway over the next three years. Taoiseach Enda Kenny said that Enterprise Ireland has made a significant investment in C&F Green Energy Limited and is providing employment grants to support the employment of the 145 new employees.
Wind Turbines Blow In Jobs
A leading Irish manufacturing company is to create 145 new jobs in Athenry, County Galway over the next three years. Taoiseach Enda Kenny said that Enterprise Ireland has made a significant investment in C&F Green Energy Limited and is providing employment grants to support the employment of the 145 new employees.
30 September 2013
Over 1,300 Jobs Announced In Ireland Last Week
Fine Gael Dublin South Central Deputy, Catherine Byrne, has said the fact that more than 1,300 jobs were announced in the last week is a strong signal that confidence in the Irish economy is growing and that the policies being adopted by Government are the right ones.
Over 1,300 Jobs Announced In Ireland Last Week
Fine Gael Dublin South Central Deputy, Catherine Byrne, has said the fact that more than 1,300 jobs were announced in the last week is a strong signal that confidence in the Irish economy is growing and that the policies being adopted by Government are the right ones.
-
Northern Ireland WeatherThis Evening and Tonight:A dry night, save for a few light showers around the coasts, with prolonged clear spells and light winds bringing a frosty dawn for many in central and southern parts. Minimum temperature -3 °C.
