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Caroline O'Doherty
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Climate and Science Correspondent
Irish Times
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The annual Climate Action Plan is delayed again this year
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Climate action plan delayed for second year despite emissions cuts falling behind target
Opposition TDs accuse Government of lacking ambition in tackling climate crisis
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January 16, 2026 at 11:34 AM
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In this week's Science & Climate page in @irishtimes.com,
@whittledaway.bsky.social looks at Denmark's radical plans for farming, including an agricultural carbon tax, and asks if Ireland could follow suit
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Denmark’s plan for a greener country offers ideas worth Ireland’s attention
Carbon tax on farming and taking land out of agricultural production among bold moves by the Danes
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January 15, 2026 at 10:52 AM
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In the absence of urgency, only thing changing is our weather

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In the absence of urgency, only thing changing is our weather
Ireland not immune to destructive events causing havoc around the world
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January 14, 2026 at 9:45 AM
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Ireland set for more extreme weather as climate data points to worsening trends

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Ireland set for more extreme weather as climate data points to worsening trends
European analysts register 11-year streak of temperature records with warning of more to come
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January 14, 2026 at 9:43 AM
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Not enough time, equipment or resources but teachers still love the #YSTE
Never again, until next year: Teachers explain the appeal and ordeal of the Young Scientist exhibition

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Never again, until next year: Teachers explain the appeal and ordeal of the Young Scientist exhibition
Cost, lack of equipment and limited access to research make the competition extra challenging for schools
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January 13, 2026 at 10:24 AM
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Young Scientist: Winner scoops prize for brain cancer diagnostic tool

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Young Scientist: Winner scoops prize for brain cancer diagnostic tool
Kerry student (15) develops GlioScope that can reduce need for invasive procedures
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January 9, 2026 at 8:14 PM
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Young scientists show how to quiz a billionaire and ensure politicians feel inadequate

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Young scientists show how to quiz a billionaire and ensure politicians feel inadequate
Second day of Young Scientist and Technology Exhibition brings ministerial attention
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January 9, 2026 at 9:00 AM
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Ministers voice concern at US behaviour after Trump withdraws from international agencies

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Ministers voice concern at US behaviour after Trump withdraws from international agencies
Minister Helen McEntee says Ireland must call out US’s ‘challenging behaviour’
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January 8, 2026 at 4:47 PM
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From Aran jumpers to the mysteries of the universe: Young Scientists explore the world

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From Aran jumpers to the mysteries of the universe: Young Scientists explore the world
Exhibition features 550 projects that have reached the finals of the competition
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January 8, 2026 at 8:16 AM
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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 ‘tremendous challenges’ facing the world as she opens Young Scientist and Technology Exhibition
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January 7, 2026 at 5:43 PM
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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
Technology’s implications for everything from education to dark matter feature in student studies
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January 7, 2026 at 9:24 AM
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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
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December 31, 2025 at 2:35 PM
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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 Government’s proposals lack detail and clear lines of responsibility
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December 29, 2025 at 9:37 AM
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Analysis from @christianaidirl.bsky.social
Climate-related disasters caused severe economic harm in 2025
Californian wildfires were the most expensive financially
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December 27, 2025 at 11:40 AM
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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