Ireland's Co-2 emissions could fall by 12% in 2020 due to Covid-19

The Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland (SEAI) says early data received indicates a large drop but warns it will probably be temporary.
Ireland's Co-2 emissions could fall by 12% in 2020 due to Covid-19
Head of data and insights at the SEAI, Jim Scheer: "We have a lot more work to do in renewables for heat and also in transport." File picture.
Wed, 06 May, 2020 - 13:46
Digital Desk staff

Carbon dioxide emissions could fall by up to 12% in 2020 as a result of the Covid-19 outbreak.

The Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland (SEAI) says early data received indicates a large drop but warns it will probably be temporary.

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CoronavirusPlace: IrelandPlace: MoneypointPerson: Jim ScheerPerson: ScheerEvent: Covid-19Organisation: Sustainable Energy Authority of IrelandOrganisation: SEAI
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