Ireland’s reliance on fossil fuels leaves public exposed to fuel price shocks, report warns

The public is being exposed to repeated fuel-price shocks because of Ireland’s dependence on fossil fuels, while the Government’s “regressive” emergency measures are likely to benefit higher-income households more, according to a new report.

In its annual review of Ireland’s transport sector, the Climate Change Advisory Council (CCAC) said the risk of consumers being hit in the pocket by global instability, such as the conflict involving Iran, Israel and the United States, could be reduced through accelerated investment in public transport, active travel and electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure.

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