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Climate and Science Correspondent
Irish Times
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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
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December 23, 2025 at 9:21 AM
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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
‘Climate adaptation’ became the new buzzwords but there was much evidence of business as usual
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December 21, 2025 at 11:43 AM
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Uisce Éireann still in talks with State bodies over lands for Shannon-Dublin pipeline

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Uisce Éireann 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
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December 18, 2025 at 11:59 AM
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Ireland’s faltering switch to clean energy laid bare by increase in oil and gas use

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Ireland’s 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
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December 17, 2025 at 9:12 AM
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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
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December 16, 2025 at 9:21 AM
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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
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December 13, 2025 at 11:19 AM
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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 €6 billion project would run an underground pipe through four counties, crossing lands belonging to 500 separate owners
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December 12, 2025 at 1:41 PM
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Ireland’s natural habitats decline further with 90% officially in poor condition

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Ireland’s natural habitats decline further with 90% officially in poor condition
Head of National Parks and Wildlife Service says time to begin conservation efforts ‘was yesterday’
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December 11, 2025 at 9:11 AM
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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
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December 10, 2025 at 10:11 AM
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Irish farmers’ nitrates derogation extended for further three years

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Irish farmers’ nitrates derogation extended for further three years
Extension of exemption follows extensive lobbying by Government in Brussels
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December 9, 2025 at 11:15 AM
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Environmental and climate crises present ‘growing peril’ for humanity, UN report warns

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Environmental and climate crises present ‘growing peril’ for humanity, UN report warns
Urgent action needed to prevent millions of deaths and trillions in damages
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December 9, 2025 at 9:50 AM
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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
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December 8, 2025 at 3:09 PM
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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
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December 8, 2025 at 1:41 PM
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Irish-led research team develops bacteria-based sensors to detect ‘forever chemicals’ #PFAS

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Irish-led research team develops bacteria-based sensors to detect ‘forever chemicals’
Device provides real-time data on PFAS from waterways and soils to aid chemical clean-ups
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December 4, 2025 at 9:46 AM
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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
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December 4, 2025 at 9:45 AM
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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 State’s total output of gases linked to climate change
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December 4, 2025 at 9:43 AM
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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 €220 million development to be lodged next week
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December 3, 2025 at 9:32 AM
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Sting targets illegal scrap dealers in ‘cash for cars’ operations listed on social media

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Sting targets illegal scrap dealers in ‘cash for cars’ operations listed on social media
Exercise aimed at raising public awareness about fines they face if their car ends up improperly disposed of
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December 2, 2025 at 10:54 AM
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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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‘Recycling plastic doesn’t solve the plastic problem. It just tells people it’s okay to use plastic’
‘People are told they’re doing great if they recycle but it doesn’t solve the plastic problem. It just tells people it’s OK to use plastics’
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November 30, 2025 at 11:48 AM
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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
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November 29, 2025 at 10:46 AM
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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
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November 28, 2025 at 9:25 AM
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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 Government’s request to continue derogation from nitrates regulations
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November 28, 2025 at 9:23 AM
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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 Éireann and Maynooth University scientists say rainfall levels will increase as planet heats further
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November 27, 2025 at 8:03 AM
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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 Coimisiún Pleanála chief says planning board must be careful as handling of projects will set precedent for all future offshore development
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November 26, 2025 at 4:46 PM
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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 ‘makes forward thinking almost impossible’ Oireachtas committee told
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November 26, 2025 at 4:45 PM