6 h. ago Environment Minister responds to objections against Sceirde Rocks offshore windfarm

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM The Environment Minister says he is sure Tommy Tiernan is concerned about the impacts of climate change. It comes as the comedian protested against the proposed Sceirde Rocks off-shore wind farm off the coast of Connemara. It’s now understood the project to build 30 turbines near Carna […] The post Environment Minister responds to objections against Sceirde Rocks offshore windfarm appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

Politics

13 h. ago Flooding and extreme heat rampant in Europe last year amid record temperature growth

Europe is now the fastest warmest continent,with temperatures rising at roughly twice the global rate.

Events

13 h. ago Over 330 people killed by flooding and extreme heat in Europe last year amid record temperatures

Europe is now the fastest warmest continent,with temperatures rising at roughly twice the global rate.

Events

39 h. ago Why does Ireland want hairdressers to lecture you about climate change?

Why does Ireland want hairdressers to lecture you about climate change?  The Spectator

Society

6 d. ago Farmers, rural dwellers and townies are equally worried about climate change, study says

A study by the ESRI has said more needs to be done to inform and educate the public about climate change and policy.

Society

6 d. ago Public underestimate how worried farmers are about climate change, report reveals

Climate change was selected by 43 per cent of farmers as one of the three most important issues they face out of a list of eight.

Society

6 d. ago Farmers and urban dwellers equally worried by climate change and willing to act, ESRI study finds 

Research points to significant knowledge gap on actions needed to reduce carbon emissions

Society

7 d. ago Ireland's farmers just as worried about climate change as general population, new research finds

Ireland's farmers just as worried about climate change as general population, new research finds  Irish Examiner

Society

9 d. ago Ireland weather: Met Eireann explains rare atmospheric event that's causing mini heatwave

Ireland weather: Met Eireann explains rare atmospheric event that's causing mini heatwave  Dublin Live

Society

1 week ago Explainer: Does Ireland have the world’s most powerful passport, and what does that even mean?

Explainer: Does Ireland have the world’s most powerful passport, and what does that even mean?  The Irish Independent

Politics

1 week ago Trump tariffs explained: What will the different EU and UK rates mean for Northern Ireland?

Unique position could create more uncertainty for North’s ‘slow-growing economy’

Politics

1 week ago Research reveals that Northern Ireland is feeling strain of climate change

Research reveals that Northern Ireland is feeling strain of climate change  Phys.org

Politics

1 week ago Explainer: ‘Liberation Day’ and what Trump’s tariffs could mean for Ireland

Explainer: ‘Liberation Day’ and what Trump’s tariffs could mean for Ireland  MSN

Politics

1 week ago Research reveals even cool, wet Northern Ireland is feeling strain of climate change | Newswise

Research reveals even cool, wet Northern Ireland is feeling strain of climate change | Newswise  Newswise

Politics

1 week ago Research reveals even cool, wet Northern Ireland is feeling strain of climate change

Research reveals even cool, wet Northern Ireland is feeling strain of climate change  University of Bristol

Politics

2 w. ago ‘Challenging, fun and fearless’ programme for theatre festival

Galway Theatre Festival returns from May 2-10, with shows ranging from climate change drag cabarets to politically provocative drama, physical comedy, and spoken-word  shows with a surreal twist. The programme for this year’s festival will be officially launched next Monday, March 31, at in the city’s Hyde Bar at 6pm. Highlights will include Malaprop Theatre’s […] The post ‘Challenging, fun and fearless’ programme for theatre festival appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

Culture

3 w. ago Electricity supplies face ongoing pressure due to increases in demand

National grid operator predicts record demand as climate change measures kick in

Events

3 w. ago RTÉ asked to explain spending of over €250k on clothes for staff

The broadcaster has spent €58,000 in Louis Copeland and €71,000 in Brown Thomas since 2021.

Economics

3 w. ago Explained: What are the security concerns about Irish coastal waters? What cables are down there?

Ireland's maritime footprint is seven times the country's land area and it is home to the majority of transatlantic data communications.

Events

3 w. ago Authorising £1.2bn A5 road upgrade will not jeopardise Northern Ireland’s net zero climate change goals, court told

Authorising £1.2bn A5 road upgrade will not jeopardise Northern Ireland’s net zero climate change goals, court told  The Irish News

Economics