Taking action on sustainability a challenge for firms Over half of Irish businesses expect to increase turnover in the next 12 months and 38% expect to expand their workforce, according to the latest … Business • 26 Jun
Rich nations finalise €92bn climate aid plan - Macron Wealthy nations have finalised an overdue €92bn climate finance pledge to developing countries and created a fund for biodiversity and the protection of forests, French … Climate Change • 23 Jun
Northern China hit with hottest temperatures in years Swathes of northern China sweltered in 40-degree heat weather data showed, as parts of Beijing and the nearby megacity of Tianjin recorded their highest temperatures … World • 22 Jun
Why did an angry mob spear lions to death in Kenya? In recent years, herders in southern Kenya have lost thousands of cattle and goats to a severe drought. Now, they face a new threat from … Climate • 22 Jun
Himalayan glaciers melting 65% faster over last decade Himalayan glaciers providing critical water to nearly two billion people are melting faster than ever before due to climate change, exposing communities to unpredictable and … Climate • 20 Jun
Landmark high seas treaty agreed at UN The world's first international treaty to protect the high seas has been adopted at the United Nations - a landmark environmental accord designed to protect … Climate Change • 20 Jun
Europe warming twice as fast as global average - WMO A new report from the World Meteorological Organization has confirmed that Europe has been warming twice as fast as the global average since 1980, with … Climate Change • 19 Jun
Ireland ranked 13th in renewable attractiveness Ireland is the 13th most attractive country in the world for renewable energy investments, according to a survey by EY. Business • 16 Jun
Higher Charge: Is it cheaper to buy an electric car? With the Government's electric car grant about to fall, can drivers really save money by switching away from petrol or diesel? Business • 14 Jun
UK sets out changes to oil and gas windfall tax Britain said today a windfall tax on oil and gas companies would stay in place until 2028 but the 75% level would reduce to 40% … Business • 09 Jun
ISIF commits €65m to Just Climate's fundraising The Ireland Strategic Investment Fund is committing €65m to Just Climate's $1.5 billion fundraising announced today, joining major global climate investors. Business • 08 Jun
Airlines urge co-operation to help curb emissions Global airlines have called for broad co-operation to reach "very tough" emission targets and pledged to release interim climate targets next year as the industry … Business • 07 Jun
SSE Generation to pay £9.8m for licence breach Britain's energy regulator Ofgem said that SSE Generation will pay £9.8m for breaching the licence after securing excessive payments from the National Grid Electricity System … Business • 06 Jun
ESB and Ørsted agree Irish offshore wind farm deal ESB and offshore wind company Ørsted have agreed a new deal to jointly develop an Irish offshore wind portfolio. Business • 02 Jun
Ireland is on course to miss climate targets, says EPA This latest report from the Environmental Protection Agency states that Ireland is on course to miss its 2030 climate targets by a large margin unless … Climate Change • 02 Jun
EU watchdogs see greenwashing across financial sector Banks, insurers and investment firms across the European Union have made "misleading claims" about their sustainability credentials to investors, EU watchdogs said in progress reports … Business • 01 Jun
Nearly 40% of 2020 emissions due to farming - CSO A Central Statistics Office report examining the progress on reducing greenhouse gas emissions has concluded that five sectors of the economy were responsible for more … Environment • 31 May
Offshore wind energy firm to create 500 jobs Gavin & Doherty Geosolutions (GDG), an Irish-based offshore wind energy consultancy firm, has announced plans to create up to 500 jobs over the next five … Business • 31 May
EDF Renewables and Simply Blue in offshore wind deal EDF Renewables Ireland has agreed a deal to develop the Western Star and Emerald floating wind projects with Cork-based Simply Blue Group. Business • 31 May
Monta agrees Smartzone deal on EV home chargers Electric vehicle (EV) charging platform Monta has today announced a partnership with smart homes solutions company Smartzone. Business • 29 May
Gas generated 47% of electricity in April Demand for gas fell by 10% in April compared to the same month last year, according to the latest figures from Gas Networks Ireland. Business • 29 May
Night train between Brussels, Berlin starts operations An overnight direct train service connecting Brussels and Berlin was launched this week by Dutch-Belgian railway firm European Sleeper, reflecting a push in Europe to … World • 26 May
Corre Energy reaffirms target dates for key projects Energy company Corre Energy said its investment phase saw a €10.6m loss recorded after tax, in line with expectations, for the year to the end … Business • 26 May
Solar power to overtake oil production investment - IEA Investment in clean energy will extend its lead over spending on fossil fuels in 2023, the International Energy Agency said today, with solar projects expected … Business • 25 May
Fighting the effects of fast fashion in Kenya You don't have to go too far to see the failure of fast fashion in Kenya. Millions of items of cheap clothing end up here … Africa • 25 May
