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<p>Roscommon-Galway TD Michael Fitzmaurice said he had watched 'propaganda' on RTÉ on alternative energy sources and noted their operation was much further off in the future.</p>

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Rowdy Dáil debate on climate bill hears of 'propaganda' and 'cuckoo stuff'

Independent TD Michael Fitzmaurice claimed Ireland will run out of power by 2026

<p>Eamon Ryan: Young people will implement most of the changes and will be the beneficiaries of the real, positive, and hopeful developments this legislation will bring. Picture: Sasko Lazarov/RollingNews.ie</p>

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Introduction of Climate Action Bill 'a very proud day' for Greens, says Eamon Ryan

<p>The proposal emerged from discussions between the justice minister, Helen McEntee, and Senator Ivana Bacik (pictured above). Picture: Gareth Chaney/Collins</p>

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McEntee to propose shorter wait for child citizenship

Oil firms happy as State protects existing drilling licences from exploration ban

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Oil firms happy as State protects existing drilling licences from exploration ban

UK carbon emissions

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Revised Climate Bill to propose national ban on future fossil fuel extraction

Room for improvement in 'vague' Climate Bill, Cork-based academic warns

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Room for improvement in 'vague' Climate Bill, Cork-based academic warns

Q&A: The Climate Action Bill explained

Q&A: The Climate Action Bill explained

What is the Climate Action Bill? What does it mean for ordinary citizens? How will it impact farmers? Or car owner? Pádraig Hoare answers these questions and more

Thu, 08 Oct, 2020

FILE PHOTO The Green Party has sanctioned two TDs, Neasa Hourigan and Joe O'Brien, for voting against the government END

Neasa Hourigan says 2030 fossil fuel car ban will be implemented

The Green Party TD said Ireland cannot individually change laws on petrol and diesel cars without formally notifying the EU of the change

Thu, 08 Oct, 2020

Climate campaigners slam lack of obligation to meet carbon targets in Climate Bill

Climate campaigners slam lack of obligation to meet carbon targets in Climate Bill

There are no penalties if targets laid out in the bill are missed

Thu, 08 Oct, 2020

Irish Government formation

Greens give a cautious welcome to proposed law at the heart of their agenda

Green Party members have given a guarded welcome to the Climate Action Bill, with many feeling that the "proof will be in the pudding".

Wed, 07 Oct, 2020

Five-year 'carbon budgets' to lead country to carbon neutrality by 2050

Five-year 'carbon budgets' to lead country to carbon neutrality by 2050

The Climate Action Plan would be revised every year, and the role of the Climate Change Advisory Council will be strengthened, according to the bill.

Wed, 07 Oct, 2020