Membership Details
Membership of the Irish Bioenergy Association:
IrBEA aims to be as inclusive as possible, and wishes to have members representing:
- A wide range of biomass sources and end uses - the use of the term 'energy' in the association's name is not intended to be exclusive of other uses (fibre, chemicals, etc.)
- The public, private and community sectors
- A geographical spread across the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland
Membership of IrBEA is open to anyone who is interested in supporting the aims and objectives of the Association.
The constitution of the association, ratified at the inaugural general meeting in January 1999, sets out the criteria concerning membership.
Members are admitted to the Association on receipt of application for membership and acceptance by the Management Committee.
Membership is subject to an annual subscription to be determined by the Management Committee.
Members may resign from membership at any time by notifying the Secretary of the association. Membership may be terminated by the decision of a quorum of the Management Committee at any time by notice in writing.
Only two members of a corporate body shall be eligible to hold positions on the Management Committee of the Association at any one time.
Types of Membership
Three types of membership are available:
- Corporate and Organisation Member
- Individual Member
- Student Member
Individual Members, Corporate and Organisation Members can be members of the Management Committee, have access to the minutes of association meetings and have a vote at the AGM. Student Members will be given voting rights only upon application to the Management Committee. Note also students must provide a copy of their current student card along with payment.
Student €40 (please provide copy of valid student card)
Individual €100
Individual business €150 (if you make your living from bioenergy)
Small corporate (2-10) & public body €300 (entitles membership discounts for 2 employees)
Medium corporate (10-50) €500 (entitles membership discounts for 3 employees)
Large corporate (>50) €1,500 (entitles membership discounts for 4 employees)
A Little More About Membership
We would like to take the opportunity to remind you of the benefits of IrBEA membership and what we expect from you in return:
Some of the benefits of membership:
* The right to vote at the IrBEA AGM
* Elegibility for management committee position or any of the sub-groups of the association
* Industry representation by IrBEA, plus feedback to you via web/newsletter
* Promotion of member companies and individuals through the IrBEA network
* Notification of industry events
* Website maintenance
* Association newsletters
* AEBIOM (Association of European Biomass) membership and representation
* All-island coverage
* Member discounts for certain publications and events
What we expect from our members:
* Adherance to the rules and constitution of IrBEA
* Active participation
* A positive outlook towards the development of both the association and the industry
* Prompt payment of membership
* Keep your profile uptodate. This can be done via the IrBEA website
How can I contribute?
* As a minimum through voting and attending at the AGM
* Get involved in the management of the association. Put yourself forward for election.
* Contribute articles, news and views through the IrBEA website
* Assist with policy development
* Represent IrBEA at events in Ireland and internationally
* Promote membership of IrBEA to your contacts/customers/colleagues
We look forward to working together to promote a stronger association and a stronger industry voice.
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