Government ‘scrapes a B- grade’ in climate action report card
Friends of the Earth report card concludes ‘programme for Government commitments were not strong enough in first place’
Friends of the Earth report card concludes ‘programme for Government commitments were not strong enough in first place’
Trades unions Forsa and Siptu say sector is poorly regulated with considerable environmental costs resulting in ‘quasi market’
At a time of climate crisis: Time to tackle autobesity, the phenomena whereby cars are heavier and consequently use more fuel
Electricity represents less than 20% of our energy usage, transport and heating more than 80%
Ministers discuss plan to ensure public not alienated by drive to reduce car use
Changes are 'in line with similar policies in Europe' as focus shifts to infrastructure
Key target to generate 5GW of power from offshore wind by 2030 could be in jeopardy
More than 85% of Irish electricity demand covered by wind power at one point
Stations a short-term fix for technology gap while use of renewable energy is scaled up
Everything will have to change utterly if Ireland is to deal with its waste crisis
Climate Case Ireland says Bill needs binding commitment to remaining below a 1.5-degree increase in global average temperature
A new model for Irish agriculture – based on the understanding that farming has to change – is now required
Environmental body criticised by committee over attitude towards rural economy
Investing in nature ‘doesn’t cost the earth, but it gives us and the Earth a chance’
Public and political support needed to deliver the infrastructure, climate committee told
Government has approved the appointment of three new members to the Climate Change Advisory Council
The Government will decide how to apply carbon budgets across relevant sectors, and what each sector will contribute in a five-year period
Policy on emissions providing ‘aspirin when patient needs triple heart bypass’
Move will end fossil fuel prospecting and the future development of oil and gas fields
Report includes 78 recommendations on ‘significantly strengthening’ Climate Bill
Technology to capture CO2 also has role to play, says energy expert
Overly presciptive legislation will not serve country well seeking carbon neutrality – Prof
New Bill sets course for ‘faster and fairer climate action’
Bill will have far-reaching consequences on operation of every aspect of Irish economy
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