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Mr Ryan welcomed ESB's jobs announcement, which are in the areas of smart meters, smart networks, electric vehicles, wind energy, home insulation and green technology.
All of the initiatives were included in the Programme for Government and have been driven by Minister Ryan since June 2007.
"Since taking office, this government has worked on ensuring Ireland is a global leader in the green economy. We know that initiatives such as renewable energy, energy efficiency and green technology bring with them the possibility of jobs as well as securing our energy future," said the Minister.
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"We are delivering," he said.
"The green economy can help bring Ireland out of our current economic difficulties and plot the path to sustainable jobs into the future. This announcement shows us these jobs in operation on the ground, the green economy in action, our plans brought to fruition."
Mr Ryan lauded ESB, as one of Ireland's finest semi-state companies, for stepping up to the plate at this crucial time.
"Our sustainable energy plans will transform electricity generation, motoring in Ireland and how we heat our homes," he said.
"These plans bring with them thousands of jobs we need at this time. Today we are stimulating the economy, shortening the dole queues and helping the environment at the same time."
(PR/JM)
