Aviation sector faces turbulence on the path to net zero
As airlines and airports push to decarbonise, high fuel costs, limited supply of sustainable aviation fuel and slow tech progress threaten to ground the flight of progress
As airlines and airports push to decarbonise, high fuel costs, limited supply of sustainable aviation fuel and slow tech progress threaten to ground the flight of progress
With intermittent wind and solar supply, gas still vital for back-up energy — new solutions such as biomethane, hydrogen and thermal storage are fast emerging
With major new biomethane projects in Carlow and Cork, 2030 targets are within reach — but only with faster action and firm policy support
EV registrations surged 38% this year, but uneven infrastructure and high costs could still slow Ireland’s electric transition
With full fleet electrification planned by the mid-2030s, Ireland’s shift to cleaner, quieter public transport is gathering real momentum
Despite cloudy skies, Ireland is embracing solar power. Private homes and farms across the country generate clean energy, cut bills, and help meet climate targets
Shift from fossil fuels to renewables is creating demand for technical and soft skills alike — from offshore wind expertise to sustainability strategy
With power demand surging, smarter use of existing grid assets — from flexible industry loads to digital management systems — can ease the strain as we await new infrastructure
Is GWP* a better way to classify methane, or letting farmers off the hook and allowing carbon pollution to persist? Kevin O’Sullivan reports
Global climate efforts face mounting headwinds against Trump’s fossil fuels first approach
The Planning and Development Act 2024 aims to streamline approvals, but legal delays and resource gaps continue to hinder progress on wind and solar projects
Missing 2030 climate targets could cost Ireland €26bn—but the true price may be irreversible damage to the planet, writes Sandra O’Connell
Two decades after the Arklow Bank wind farm put Ireland at the forefront of offshore renewables, no new turbines have been built. Now, with major targets looming, the State is racing to restart
As population and economy expand, tension is increasing between environmental concerns and the economic necessity of infrastructure upgrades
Clean energy from farm and food wastes is a no-brainer but a new era of Irish biomethane is far from assured.
As geopolitical turmoil reshapes global priorities, climate action is taking a backseat. From corporate rollbacks to political U-turns, a once-urgent transition to clean energy faces fresh obstacles. But in a world increasingly dependent on fossil fuels, delays will only drive up costs—both economic and environmental.
Training, reskilling, and talent development are all ways companies are building the diverse skillsets needed to meet climate goals
Experts advise on working out what a realistic decarbonisation target is and how to reach it
Despite a Government target of 5 gigawatts (GW) of grid-connected offshore wind and a further 2GW of capacity for green hydrogen generation by 2030, infrastructure, investment and planning system deficits bedevil offshore development
With a target of 500,000 homes to be retrofitted to a minimum B2 building energy rating (BER) by 2030, upfront costs remain a barrier to home retrofits
Replacements for petrol and diesel already exist but diversification of inputs will be crucial as airlines compete with motorists for supplies
From water shortages to grid strain, Storm Éowyn highlighted Ireland’s underinvestment in infrastructure. Experts warn that planning delays and climate change are compounding the country’s growing energy and utility challenges
With demand for sustainable office space rising and tenants willing to pay a premium, landlords face a choice: invest in costly retrofits or risk being left behind. But with funding challenges and split incentives, is upgrading older buildings financially viable?
The EU’s Omnibus package scales back sustainability reporting requirements, reducing the number of businesses affected. But will delays create more uncertainty for Irish companies?
Ireland risks up to €26 billion in EU penalties for failing to meet climate commitments. A new report warns that delays in emissions reductions and renewable energy adoption could prove costly. But by taking swift action now, the Government could cut these costs dramatically—while also improving infrastructure and energy security
The Irish Government’s brave target of hitting seven figures with electric cars may already have passed us by
With much of our home heating infrastructure based around gas supply, we need an alternative to the fossil fuel version, and farm waste can supply it
As the transition to a carbon neutral economy drives demand for green skills, there are several ways to gain sustainability qualifications in Ireland
The journey to fully carbon-free bus services in Dublin by 2035 is well under way but there is plenty of work still to do
As extreme weather events pose more frequent threats, the quality, quantity and reliability of our water supply could be at risk
Green hydrogen has a role to play in decarbonising the Irish economy but it is not the miracle solution to our future needs
The challenge of reducing Scope 3 indirect emissions means it is important to take steps in liaison with suppliers now
Walking is the most sustainable mode of transport, and all you need is a good shoe; choose ones that incorporate sustainable materials and are built to last
And it’s not just the building where people work that can make a difference – businesses can support staff in ensuring how they get there is greener too
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