Irish Examiner view: Wind should be a key to meeting our climate goals

Ireland could take a significant step towards decarbonising if we harness the abundant wind energy on our west coast

2024 has been confirmed as the first year since the start of the industrial era that temperatures will have been 1.5C above those of times gone by. Picture: iStock

Scientists have confirmed that this year will be the first since the pre-industrial era that temperatures will have been 1.5C above those of times gone by. They have also confirmed that 2024 will be the hottest on record.

Given the drastic need for urgent action to meet global climate goals, it behoves us here in Ireland to be part of the solution rather than the problem. We in this country — every one of us — need to adapt and adjust to what we can do to help lessen emissions of carbon and other harmful gasses, to embrace our environment rather than batter it.