Ireland cut greenhouse gas emissions by just 1.9% last year

Ireland has committed to slashing greenhouse gas emissions by 51% by 2030. Picture: PA

Ireland has committed to slashing greenhouse gas emissions by 51% by 2030. Picture: PA

Ireland saw a paltry 1.9% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions in 2022, despite committing to slashing emissions by 51% by 2030.

On Friday, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is publishing its provisional greenhouse gas emissions for Ireland for 2022.

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