Energy security and sustainable fuel policies dominated the agenda at a mission in Brussels.
Gas Networks Ireland, DP Energy, Chambers Ireland and the ESB were among those present at the Energy Policy Mission last week.
The midlands was represented by Managing Director of The CUBE Low Carbon Centre of Excellence in Portlaoise, Caroline Hofman.
The Laois Chamber Alliance CEO says she had the chance to raise the issue of skill shortages in Ireland:
Source: Midlands103