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President Connolly voices concerns over Venezuela and upholding of international law
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President Connolly voices concerns over Venezuela and upholding of international law
President speaks about âtremendous challengesâ facing the world as she opens Young Scientist and Technology Exhibition
https://www.irishtimes.com/ireland/education/2026/01/07/president-connolly-voices-concerns-over-venezuela-and-upholding-of-international-law/
about 14 hours ago
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AI gets put to real-life test at Young Scientist Exhibition
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AI gets put to real-life test at Young Scientist Exhibition
Technologyâs implications for everything from education to dark matter feature in student studies
https://www.irishtimes.com/science/2026/01/06/ai-gets-put-to-real-life-test-at-young-scientist-exhibition/
about 22 hours ago
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Companies face questions over water usage as new licence regulations take effect
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Companies face questions over water usage as new licence regulations take effect
Recent applicants are takings billions of litres of water annually from local rivers and lakes
https://www.irishtimes.com/ireland/2025/12/31/companies-face-questions-over-water-usage-as-new-licence-regulations-take-effect/
8 days ago
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Climate watchdog highly critical of plans to protect Ireland against extreme weather
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Climate watchdog highly critical of plans to protect Ireland against extreme weather
Climate Change Advisory Council says Governmentâs proposals lack detail and clear lines of responsibility
https://www.irishtimes.com/environment/climate-crisis/2025/12/29/climate-watchdog-highly-critical-of-plans-to-protect-ireland-against-extreme-weather/
10 days ago
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Climate-related disasters caused severe economic harm in 2025
Californian wildfires were the most expensive financially
https://www.irishtimes.com/world/2025/12/27/climate-related-disasters-caused-severe-economic-harm-in-2025/
12 days ago
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A White Christmas? Only in our dreams, perhaps, as chances of snow decline
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A White Christmas? Only in our dreams, perhaps, as chances of snow decline
Projections for less snow in Ireland over the coming decades means white Christmases may be frozen in memory only
https://www.irishtimes.com/environment/2025/12/23/a-white-christmas-only-in-our-dreams-perhaps-as-chances-of-snow-decline/
16 days ago
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From Eowyn to Donald - a look back on the storms, meterorological and metaphorical, of the past year
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The climate crisis in 2025: When scientific and political realities diverged
âClimate adaptationâ became the new buzzwords but there was much evidence of business as usual
https://www.irishtimes.com/life-style/people/2025/12/21/the-climate-crisis-in-2025-when-scientific-and-political-realities-diverged/
18 days ago
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Uisce Ăireann still in talks with State bodies over lands for Shannon-Dublin pipeline
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Uisce Ăireann still in talks with State bodies over lands for Shannon-Dublin pipeline
Compulsory Purchase Orders issued to 500 landowners but most cases expected to be resolved without need for order to be pursued
https://www.irishtimes.com/politics/2025/12/18/uisce-eireann-still-in-talks-with-state-bodies-over-lands-for-shannon-dublin-pipeline/
21 days ago
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Irelandâs faltering switch to clean energy laid bare by increase in oil and gas use
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Irelandâs faltering switch to clean energy laid bare by increase in oil and gas use
Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland says energy emissions fell slightly in 2024 but progress not sufficient
https://www.irishtimes.com/environment/climate-crisis/2025/12/17/irelands-faltering-switch-to-clean-energy-laid-bare-by-increase-in-oil-and-gas-use/
22 days ago
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Bring back the 2:1 investment priority favouring public transport over roads, say Engineers Ireland
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Engineers seek restoration of public transport spending priority
Heavy reliance on private cars for travel cannot continue, Engineers Ireland warns
https://www.irishtimes.com/transport/2025/12/15/engineers-seek-restoration-of-public-transport-spending-priority/
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Dr Tony Holohan claims public health ignored as Minister welcomes nitrates derogation - Minister says derogation supports quality food production crucial for public health
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Dr Tony Holohan claims public health ignored as Minister welcomes nitrates derogation
Former chief medical officer says opt-out from pollution restrictions is worrying for water quality
https://www.irishtimes.com/environment/2025/12/12/dr-tony-holohan-claims-public-health-ignored-as-minister-welcomes-nitrates-derogation/
26 days ago
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Plans for 170km pipeline to bring water from Shannon to Dublin to be lodged
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Plans for 170km pipeline to bring water from Shannon to Dublin to be lodged
The âŹ6 billion project would run an underground pipe through four counties, crossing lands belonging to 500 separate owners
https://www.irishtimes.com/ireland/2025/12/12/plans-for-170km-pipeline-to-bring-water-from-shannon-to-dublin-to-be-lodged/
27 days ago
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Irelandâs natural habitats decline further with 90% officially in poor condition
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Irelandâs natural habitats decline further with 90% officially in poor condition
Head of National Parks and Wildlife Service says time to begin conservation efforts âwas yesterdayâ
https://www.irishtimes.com/environment/2025/12/11/irelands-natural-habitats-decline-further-with-90-officially-in-poor-condition/
28 days ago
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Regulator urged to consider inquiry into high electricity prices
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Regulator urged to consider inquiry into high electricity prices
Economic and Social Research Institute says there is no clear reason why prices are so high
https://www.irishtimes.com/ireland/2025/12/10/regulator-urged-to-consider-inquiry-into-high-electricity-prices/
29 days ago
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Irish farmersâ nitrates derogation extended for further three years
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Irish farmersâ nitrates derogation extended for further three years
Extension of exemption follows extensive lobbying by Government in Brussels
https://www.irishtimes.com/world/europe/2025/12/09/irish-farmers-nitrates-derogation-extended-for-further-three-years/
30 days ago
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Environmental and climate crises present âgrowing perilâ for humanity, UN report warns
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Environmental and climate crises present âgrowing perilâ for humanity, UN report warns
Urgent action needed to prevent millions of deaths and trillions in damages
https://www.irishtimes.com/environment/2025/12/09/environmental-and-climate-crises-present-growing-peril-for-humanity-un-report-warns/
30 days ago
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Advisers concerned by lack of funding commitment for nature restoration plan
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Advisers concerned by lack of funding commitment for nature restoration plan
Plan is to be published in draft form for public consultation early next year
https://www.irishtimes.com/environment/2025/12/08/advisers-concerned-by-lack-of-funding-commitment-for-nature-restoration-plan/
about 1 month ago
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Pollution and littering putting pressure on shorelines
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Pollution and littering putting pressure on shorelines
Coastwatch survey shows some improvements in condition of coastal areas but also raises many concerns
https://www.irishtimes.com/environment/2025/12/08/pollution-and-littering-putting-pressure-on-shorelines/
about 1 month ago
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Irish-led research team develops bacteria-based sensors to detect âforever chemicalsâ
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Irish-led research team develops bacteria-based sensors to detect âforever chemicalsâ
Device provides real-time data on PFAS from waterways and soils to aid chemical clean-ups
https://www.irishtimes.com/science/2025/12/04/irish-led-research-team-develops-bacteria-based-sensors-to-detect-forever-chemicals/
about 1 month ago
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Glen of the Downs nature reserve to be expanded after State buys adjoining lands
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Glen of the Downs nature reserve to be expanded after State buys adjoining lands
Plans being made to bring new generation of ancient oak woodland into former commercial forest
https://www.irishtimes.com/environment/2025/12/03/glen-of-the-downs-nature-reserve-to-be-expanded-after-state-buys-adjoining-lands/
about 1 month ago
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Ireland second highest in EU for greenhouse gas emissions per person
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Ireland second highest in EU for greenhouse gas emissions per person
Farming and forestry responsible for 38% of Stateâs total output of gases linked to climate change
https://www.irishtimes.com/ireland/2025/12/03/ireland-second-highest-in-eu-for-greenhouse-gas-emissions-per-person/
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Potential gamechanger here in terms of supporting offshore wind Major expansion planned at Rosslare to transform port into offshore energy hub
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Major expansion planned at Rosslare to transform port into offshore energy hub
Planning application for âŹ220 million development to be lodged next week
https://www.irishtimes.com/environment/2025/12/03/major-expansion-planned-at-rosslare-to-transform-port-into-offshore-energy-hub/
about 1 month ago
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Sting targets illegal scrap dealers in âcash for carsâ operations listed on social media
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Sting targets illegal scrap dealers in âcash for carsâ operations listed on social media
Exercise aimed at raising public awareness about fines they face if their car ends up improperly disposed of
https://www.irishtimes.com/environment/2025/12/01/sting-targets-illegal-scrap-dealers-in-cash-for-cars-operations-listed-on-social-media/
about 1 month ago
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Americans don't really get the concept of 1.5C - they sweat and shiver in Fahrenheit. A revelatory moment from Cop30 where questions around communicating the climate crisis were rife
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âRecycling plastic doesnât solve the plastic problem. It just tells people itâs okay to use plasticâ
âPeople are told theyâre doing great if they recycle but it doesnât solve the plastic problem. It just tells people itâs OK to use plasticsâ
https://www.irishtimes.com/life-style/people/2025/11/30/recycling-plastic-doesnt-solve-the-plastic-problem-it-just-tells-people-its-okay-to-use-plastic/
about 1 month ago
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Plan to raise cost of judicial reviews could lead to people representing themselves in court
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Plan to raise cost of judicial reviews could lead to people representing themselves in court
Law professor warns move could leave courts even more congested
https://www.irishtimes.com/environment/2025/11/28/plan-to-raise-cost-of-judicial-reviews-could-lead-to-people-representing-themselves-in-court/
about 1 month ago
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Benedict Cumberbatch tells Irish audience that actors must lead climate activism
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Benedict Cumberbatch tells Irish audience that actors must lead climate activism
Climate action movement needs a Will and Grace show to penetrate resistant mindsets
https://www.irishtimes.com/environment/climate-crisis/2025/11/27/benedict-cumberbatch-tells-irish-audience-actors-must-lead-climate-activism/
about 1 month ago
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Water quality key condition as appeal to extend nitrates derogation goes to vote
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Water quality key condition as appeal to extend nitrates derogation goes to vote
European Commission proposed granting Governmentâs request to continue derogation from nitrates regulations
https://www.irishtimes.com/environment/2025/11/27/water-quality-key-condition-as-appeal-to-extend-nitrates-derogation-goes-to-vote/
about 1 month ago
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Storm Claudia rainfall and flooding made twice as likely by climate change
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Storm Claudia rainfall and flooding made twice as likely by climate change
Met Ăireann and Maynooth University scientists say rainfall levels will increase as planet heats further
https://www.irishtimes.com/environment/climate-crisis/2025/11/27/storm-claudia-rainfall-and-flooding-made-twice-as-likely-by-climate-change/
about 1 month ago
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Planning authority defends pace of decisions on offshore wind projects
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Planning authority defends pace of decisions on offshore wind projects
An CoimisiĂșn PleanĂĄla chief says planning board must be careful as handling of projects will set precedent for all future offshore development
https://www.irishtimes.com/environment/climate-crisis/2025/11/26/planning-authority-defends-pace-of-decisions-on-offshore-wind-projects/
about 1 month ago
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Fewer than half EV fast chargers needed by 2030 will be provided, suppliers warn
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Fewer than half EV fast chargers needed by 2030 will be provided, suppliers warn
12 month wait for grid connection âmakes forward thinking almost impossibleâ Oireachtas committee told
https://www.irishtimes.com/transport/2025/11/26/fewer-than-half-ev-fast-chargers-needed-by-2030-will-be-provided-suppliers-warn/
about 1 month ago
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Dairy plant suspends production after further pollution incident in Cork river
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Dairy plant suspends production after further pollution incident in Cork river
Repeated problems at North Cork Creameries came to light during investigation into Blackwater fish kill
https://www.irishtimes.com/environment/2025/11/25/dairy-plant-suspends-production-after-further-pollution-incident-in-cork-river/
about 1 month ago
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Cop30: Five things we learned from the Brazil climate summit
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Cop30: Five things we learned from the Brazil climate summit
Money and self-interest dominate talks but individual countries can drive initiatives
https://www.irishtimes.com/environment/2025/11/23/cop30-five-things-we-learned-from-the-brazil-climate-summit/
about 2 months ago
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Cop30: Talks lead to hope but ânot nearly enoughâ action on climate crisis
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Cop30: Talks lead to hope but ânot nearly enoughâ action on climate crisis
Decisions on fossil fuels and finance deferred for further negotiations, some of which are three years away
https://www.irishtimes.com/environment/2025/11/23/cop30-talks-lead-to-hope-but-not-nearly-enough-action-on-climate-crisis/
about 2 months ago
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Celebration of science: Students show problem-solving prowess at 2025 SciFest
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Celebration of science: Students show problem-solving prowess at 2025 SciFest
Over 16,000 second-level pupils entered the competition with projects on energy, environment, IT and assistive technology
https://www.irishtimes.com/science/2025/11/21/celebration-of-science-students-show-problem-solving-prowess-at-2025-scifest/
about 2 months ago
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A ânational embarrassmentâ: Ireland in breach of multiple water quality rules, court finds
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A ânational embarrassmentâ: Ireland in breach of multiple water quality rules, court finds
European Court of Justice ruling raises questions about Governmentâs system of water charges
https://www.irishtimes.com/politics/2025/11/21/a-national-embarrassment-ireland-in-breach-of-multiple-water-quality-rules-court-finds/
about 2 months ago
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Irish Minister and officials among evacuees after fire breaks out at Cop30 summit in Brazil
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Irish Minister and officials among evacuees after fire breaks out at Cop30 summit in Brazil
Blaze started at a âcountry pavilionâ erected for side events and spread quickly to roof of temporary structure
https://www.irishtimes.com/environment/climate-crisis/2025/11/20/irish-minister-and-officials-among-evacuees-after-fire-breaks-out-at-cop30-summit-in-brazil/
about 2 months ago
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Cop30: UN chief AntĂłnio Guterres urges compromise at summit â âwe are down to the wireâ
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Cop30: UN chief AntĂłnio Guterres urges compromise at summit â âwe are down to the wireâ
Communities at sharp end of climate crisis have suffered enough, says secretary general
https://www.irishtimes.com/environment/climate-crisis/2025/11/20/cop30-un-chief-antonio-guterres-urges-compromise-at-summit-we-are-down-to-the-wire/
about 2 months ago
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Row over gender at Cop30 is âcrazy and cruelâ, Mary Robinson tells climate summit
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Row over gender at Cop30 is âcrazy and cruelâ, Mary Robinson tells climate summit
Documents in circulation at Cop had placed the word gender in square brackets, indicating there was no consensus on what the word meant
https://www.irishtimes.com/environment/climate-crisis/2025/11/19/row-over-gender-at-cop30-is-crazy-and-cruel-mary-robinson-tells-climate-summit/
about 2 months ago
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Small island states warn Cop30 that 1.5 degree goal is ânon-negotiable survival responseâ
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Small island states warn Cop30 that 1.5 degree goal is ânon-negotiable survival responseâ
Scientists and island state representatives speak out for stronger climate change action
https://www.irishtimes.com/world/americas/2025/11/17/small-island-states-warn-cop30-that-15-degree-goal-is-non-negotiable-survival-response/
about 2 months ago
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Solar panel grants to be maintained as minister orders reversal of planned cuts
#Cop30
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Solar panel grants to be maintained as minister orders reversal of planned cuts
Darragh OâBrien said the grants worked and were helping Ireland meet clean energy targets
https://www.irishtimes.com/environment/2025/11/17/solar-panel-grants-to-be-maintained-as-minister-orders-reversal-of-planned-cuts/
about 2 months ago
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Mary Robinson says Cop30 summit must signpost stronger action on fossil fuels
#Cop30
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Mary Robinson says Cop30 summit must signpost stronger action on fossil fuels
Former President of Ireland claims fossil fuel lobbyists were trying to undermine climate summit
https://www.irishtimes.com/environment/climate-crisis/2025/11/17/mary-robinson-says-cop30-summit-must-signpost-stronger-action-on-fossil-fuels/
about 2 months ago
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Cop30: Protests push delegates to deliver results at climate summit but goals unclear
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Cop30: Protests push delegates to deliver results at climate summit but goals unclear
Biggest demonstrations in years remind leaders of public expectations
https://www.irishtimes.com/world/americas/2025/11/16/cop30-protests-push-delegates-to-deliver-results-at-climate-summit-but-goals-unclear/
about 2 months ago
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Cop30: Samba spirit turns sombre as hard work of climate talks begins
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Cop30: Samba spirit turns sombre as hard work of climate talks begins
Protests, heavy security and fraught negotiations signal a shift from early optimism to hard political reality
https://www.irishtimes.com/world/americas/2025/11/14/cop30-samba-spirit-turns-sombre-as-hard-work-of-climate-talks-begins/
about 2 months ago
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Children of the Paris Agreement want next decade to bring stronger action on climate
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Children of the Paris Agreement want next decade to bring stronger action on climate
Irish youth at Cop30: âOne of our roles is to bridge the gap between young people in Ireland and the Governmentâ
https://www.irishtimes.com/environment/2025/11/14/children-of-the-paris-agreement-want-next-decade-to-bring-stronger-action-on-climate/
about 2 months ago
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âLetâs not over-reactâ: Al Gore says Donald Trump not a cause for panic
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âLetâs not over-reactâ: Al Gore says Donald Trump not a cause for panic
Former US vice-president and climate campaigner spoke in Belém where Cop30 is under way
https://www.irishtimes.com/world/americas/2025/11/14/lets-not-over-react-al-gore-says-donald-trump-not-a-cause-for-panic/
about 2 months ago
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Cop30: Minister commits to supporting poor nations but concerns over climate funding remain
Campaigners say Loss and Damage Fund, agreed at Cop27 in 2022, is under-funded, too restrictive and too slow to respond
https://www.irishtimes.com/environment/climate-crisis/2025/11/13/cop30-minister-commits-to-supporting-poor-nations-but-concerns-over-climate-funding-remain/
about 2 months ago
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Cop30 seeks to tackle the âinformation crisisâ on climate issues
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Cop30 seeks to tackle the âinformation crisisâ on climate issues
Fighting disinformation and conspiracy theories appear on summitâs agenda for the first time
https://www.irishtimes.com/world/americas/2025/11/12/cop30-establishing-truth-around-climate-change-needs-more-than-a-slogan-says-lula/
about 2 months ago
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Data on weather systems keeping Ireland unusually mild at risk over US funding gap AMOC among data gap concerns
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Data on weather systems keeping Ireland unusually mild at risk over US funding gap
Increasingly volatile Atlantic system keeps Irish climate unusually mild - but observation is in jeopardy
https://www.irishtimes.com/environment/2025/11/11/data-on-weather-systems-keeping-ireland-unusually-mild-at-risk-over-us-funding-gap/
about 2 months ago
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Indigenous protesters force their way into Cop30 climate summit in Brazil
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Indigenous protesters force their way into Cop30 climate summit in Brazil
Protesters demand climate action, forest protection and land rights
https://www.irishtimes.com/world/americas/2025/11/12/cop30-protesters-force-their-way-into-climate-summit-in-brazil/
about 2 months ago
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