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Putting cars in the context of the #ClimateEmergency
We write about #EVs as a form of climate action - both the good and the bad - as well as the broader Climate Crisis & greenwashing
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IrishEVs @irishevs.bsky.social · Nov 22
Irish Greenwashing Awards 2024 Announced

Let's do this - we want your input!

Get your nominations in for the biggest greenwashers in Ireland:
www.irishevs.com/irish-greenw...
#IGA24 #ClimateEmergency #Ireland #Greenwashing #COP29
A poster for the Irish Greenwashing Awards 2024 on a sparkly green background. The text reads; "Irish Greenwashing Awards 2024. Tuesday 10th December - 6pm. #IGA24"
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tpspencer88.bsky.social
200km walk for UNRWA

Please consider donating to my charity walk for UNRWA. I know 200km doesn't sound like a lot, but I'm re-learning to walk after a ruptured achilles and an operation

I want to use my rehab to help those suffering in Gaza

Donate here:
www.gofundme.com/f/200km-walk...
The logo for the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA). It is a bright blue with a map of the world seen from the North Pole and surrounded by laurel weaths. Below it says "unrwa" which is repeated in arabic
June 25, 2025 at 7:06 PM
irishevs.bsky.social
Want to understand the issue of greenwashing and know how to protect yourself against it?

Listen to the latest Climate Question episode from @climatealarmclock.bsky.social :
player.captivate.fm/episode/fe9c...

#greenwashing #climate #climateemergency #climatecrisis
May 2, 2025 at 11:13 AM
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tpspencer88.bsky.social
Climate Question: What is greenwashing?

Listen to the latest episode of the Climate Alarm Clock Podcast where we discuss what greenwashing is, how prevalent it has become, and what you can do to avoid it:
player.captivate.fm/episode/fe9c...
#ClimateCrisis #ClimateEmergency #SpeirGorm #Ireland
Climate Question: What is Greenwashing?
Quickly and easily listen to The Climate Alarm Clock for free!
player.captivate.fm
May 2, 2025 at 10:38 AM
irishevs.bsky.social
The deadline for nominations for this year's Irish Greenwashing Awards closes tomorrow night at 6pm

Don't miss the chance to call out the worst greenwashing offenders - from corporations, to media and politicians
www.irishevs.com/irish-greenw...
#IGA24 #Greenwashing #ClimateEmergency #ClimateCrisis
December 4, 2024 at 1:19 PM
irishevs.bsky.social
The concept images of the new Jaguar EVs are the perfect illustration for our ethical car design article on aerodynamics

Designs like this are intended to allow the wealthy to continue consuming more than their fair share of energy:
www.irishevs.com/ethical-car-...
#EV #ClimateEmergency
A concept image for an upcoming Jaguar car. It is a very boxy design with a flat front end. The car is a pastel blue against a pink background
December 3, 2024 at 9:34 AM
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tpspencer88.bsky.social
Top UN court to begin hearings on landmark climate change case

ICJ to hear submissions from more than 100 groups in Pacific-led campaign to provide an advisory opinion on states’ obligations for climate harm
www.theguardian.com/world/2024/d...
#ClimateCrisis #ClimateEmergency #JustTransition
Top UN court to begin hearings on landmark climate change case
ICJ to hear submissions from more than 100 groups in Pacific-led campaign to provide a legal blueprint on obligations of states for climate harm
www.theguardian.com
December 2, 2024 at 10:06 PM
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ianwalker.bsky.social
I was in London at the weekend and it was fascinating* how many people want the convenience and proximity of living in a city yet drive a big SUV as though they're out in the countryside. It's amazing* how people don't see the contradictions of trying to live both lifestyles at once

*Appalling
December 2, 2024 at 10:07 PM
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irishevs.bsky.social
The Demise of the Irish Green Party

Far from the most progressive party on climate action & climate justice during GE2024, the Irish Green Party needs to reflect on its failures & regroup if it is to survive
www.irishevs.com/irish-green-...
#GE24 #Election24 #ClimateEmergency #SpeirGorm #Ireland
The Demise of the Irish Green Party — IrishEVs
A scapegoat for Fine Gael and Fianna Fáil's total disinterest in the Climate Emergency, the demise of the Irish Green Party isn't a surprise - but it comes at the most critical time for climate action
www.irishevs.com
December 1, 2024 at 9:41 PM
irishevs.bsky.social
EV sales rose above 2023 levels for only the 2nd time this year, according to latest SIMI stats

While sales were up 59.3% last month compared to November 2023, EV sales are still 24.2% below last year's results due to Government grant cuts & misinformation
www.irishevs.com/new-governme...
#GE24
A graph showing electric vehicle sales in Ireland for 2022, 2023 and 2024. Aside from January and November 2024, 2023 was by far the most successful year for EV sales until Government grants were cut in July, causing a significant drop off
December 2, 2024 at 1:18 PM
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tpspencer88.bsky.social
"At times it has felt like a turf war where the Greens have tried to claim sole ownership over climate action, rather than seeking collaboration from potential allies"

My two cents on the Green's failure in Government and this General Election
www.irishevs.com/irish-green-...
#GE24 #Election24
December 1, 2024 at 9:43 PM
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tupped.bsky.social
This is a good essay from a Green perspective wrestling with failures instead of blaming the voters.

Also, #WolvesNow
December 1, 2024 at 10:51 PM
irishevs.bsky.social
The Demise of the Irish Green Party

Far from the most progressive party on climate action & climate justice during GE2024, the Irish Green Party needs to reflect on its failures & regroup if it is to survive
www.irishevs.com/irish-green-...
#GE24 #Election24 #ClimateEmergency #SpeirGorm #Ireland
The Demise of the Irish Green Party — IrishEVs
A scapegoat for Fine Gael and Fianna Fáil's total disinterest in the Climate Emergency, the demise of the Irish Green Party isn't a surprise - but it comes at the most critical time for climate action
www.irishevs.com
December 1, 2024 at 9:41 PM
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tpspencer88.bsky.social
The race for a seat in the Dáil may be coming to a close...

...But the race for an Irish Greenwashing Award is still wide open 👇

Get your nominations in ASAP & call out the worst greenwashing offenders
#IGA24 #GE24 #Election24 #ClimateEmergency #Greenwashing #SpeirGorm
irishevs.bsky.social IrishEVs @irishevs.bsky.social · Dec 1
Don't forget to get your entries in for the Irish Greenwashing Awards

The deadline for submissions is this Thursday, 5th December at 6pm

All nominations welcome and considered
www.irishevs.com/irish-greenw...
#IGA24 #Greenwashing #ClimateEmergency #SpeirGorm #Ireland #ClimateCrisis
December 1, 2024 at 7:52 PM
irishevs.bsky.social
Don't forget to get your entries in for the Irish Greenwashing Awards

The deadline for submissions is this Thursday, 5th December at 6pm

All nominations welcome and considered
www.irishevs.com/irish-greenw...
#IGA24 #Greenwashing #ClimateEmergency #SpeirGorm #Ireland #ClimateCrisis
December 1, 2024 at 7:50 PM
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tpspencer88.bsky.social
Absolutely shameful that voter turnout is so low

So much is on the line - from homelessness, to healthcare, climate action, energy poverty, and even abortion access at threat

We are in an apathy crisis
www.irishevs.com/apathy-crisis
#GE24 #Election24 #SpeirGorm #Ireland #ClimateEmergency
November 30, 2024 at 10:16 PM
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tpspencer88.bsky.social
This is what happens when you combine heavy lobbying & misinformation with politicians who don't care about the Climate Emergency...

...and a media who ignore the Climate Crisis at all costs

If you want to read about cars in the context of the climate:
www.irishevs.com/car-manufact...
#Climate
November 29, 2024 at 2:52 PM
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giuliomattioli.bsky.social
Very interesting-looking new paper on whether and how much rail can reduce aviation emissions doi.org/10.1016/j.tr...
November 29, 2024 at 1:59 PM
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irishevs.bsky.social
New Government Must Act on Transport Emissions – Starting With EV Action

With Ireland facing €8bn in annual fines due to non-compliance on GHG emissions, the next Irish Government must act on transport emissions after the election
www.irishevs.com/new-governme...
#GE24 #Election24 #SpeirGorm
New Government Must Act on Transport Emissions – Starting With EV Action — IrishEVs
With Ireland facing €8bn in annual fines due to non-compliance on GHG emissions, the next Irish Government must act on transport emissions after the election
www.irishevs.com
November 29, 2024 at 9:29 AM
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tpspencer88.bsky.social
We have the same issue here in Ireland, but without the car lobby being present - and without media coverage

Our Government cut EV grants with an immediate drop-off in sales

Transport emissions went up in 2023 & Ireland is a massive climate laggard:
bsky.app/profile/iris...
November 29, 2024 at 10:18 AM
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profbillmcguire.bsky.social
Utterly stupid and the wrong decision

The thing to do is to reintroduce the subsidies that made electric cars more attractive to buy

Better still, massive investment in public transport would take cars of all types of the road

www.theguardian.com/business/202...
UK could loosen EV rules to allow sales of Prius-style hybrids until 2035
Ban on new petrol and diesel cars starts in 2030 but government may change rules for some models
www.theguardian.com
November 29, 2024 at 10:16 AM
irishevs.bsky.social
New Government Must Act on Transport Emissions – Starting With EV Action

With Ireland facing €8bn in annual fines due to non-compliance on GHG emissions, the next Irish Government must act on transport emissions after the election
www.irishevs.com/new-governme...
#GE24 #Election24 #SpeirGorm
New Government Must Act on Transport Emissions – Starting With EV Action — IrishEVs
With Ireland facing €8bn in annual fines due to non-compliance on GHG emissions, the next Irish Government must act on transport emissions after the election
www.irishevs.com
November 29, 2024 at 9:29 AM
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irishevs.bsky.social
This is one of the leading greenwashing and climate denial journalists in Ireland

He regularly promotes delay technologies, disinformation and myths

This is prevalent across Irish media and causes enormous harm against climate action
#ClimateCrisis #ClimateEmergency #COP29 #SpeirGorm #Ireland
November 23, 2024 at 10:48 PM
irishevs.bsky.social
Road Safety Authority must seek 'specific approval' for future campaigns

This comes after previous car-centric, offensive campaign from the RSA & lack of action on sky-high road deaths
www.irishexaminer.com/news/arid-41...
#Ireland #SpeirGorm
Road Safety Authority must seek 'specific approval' for future campaigns
A 'radical transformation' was promised whereby the RSA would be split into two agencies, one focused on the delivery of services and operations, and the other responsible for wider road safety initia...
www.irishexaminer.com
November 28, 2024 at 5:45 PM
irishevs.bsky.social
Why Ireland Must Ban Hybrids & SUVs Alongside ICEs In 2030

Banning SUVs would rapidly reduce emissions while improving road safety for all users
www.irishevs.com/why-ireland-...
#ClimateEmergency #ClimateCrisis #GE24 #Election24 #SpeirGorm #Ireland
Why Ireland Must Ban Hybrids & SUVs Alongside ICEs In 2030 — IrishEVs
If Ireland is to tackle the emissions from its road transport sector, it must get serious about banning hybrids and SUVs - while incentivising second-hand EVs
www.irishevs.com
November 28, 2024 at 4:13 PM
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2 years and 9 months in the making; months longer than planned; but now, Dublin’s first continuous suburbs to city centre cycle route is opened

-- Key section in the route was finished as part of wider €68m Clontarf to City Centre project, which included everything from new water mains to new bus…
2 years and 9 months in the making; months longer than planned; but now, Dublin’s first continuous suburbs to city centre cycle route is opened
-- Key section in the route was finished as part of wider €68m Clontarf to City Centre project, which included everything from new water mains to new bus stops.-- It's now possible to cycle 12km from Sutton Cross to the city centre and Docklands on a continuous route. The Taj Mahal was built in 17 years. The Great Wall of China was finished in around 2,000 years.
irishcycle.com
November 28, 2024 at 11:21 AM