Five things to know about electric vehicles
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The Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland (SEAI) is calling on motorists in the market for a new car to seriously consider making the change to an electric vehicle (EV) in 2021. According to SEAI, private cars, running on petrol and diesel, account for around a fifth of Ireland’s total energy use and the related carbon dioxide emissions, one of the major contributors to climate change.
Encouraging motorists to make the switch Declan Meally, Head of Transport and Communities with SEAI said: “If you’re thinking about getting a new car this year, then make sure you test drive an EV first. You’ll probably be very surprised at the great driving experience. There are now EVs to suit most driving needs, they will save you money and they are helping to change Ireland’s energy use for the better. The number of EVs in Ireland has been doubling year on year, with over 25,000 people having already made the switch. Plu
The Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland (SEAI) is calling on motorists in the market for a new car to seriously consider making the change to an electric ve.
Environment Minister takes first step towards national ban on smoky coal to protect public health
Regulation of other solid fuels will help us all to breathe the difference
The Minister for the Environment, Climate and Communications, Eamon Ryan TD, today took the first step towards a nationwide ban on the sale and burning of smoky coal and the regulation of other fuels, as part of a drive to combat air pollution and protect public health.
The Minister launched a public consultation to seek views on the further regulation of solid fuel use for domestic home heating, and is inviting the public, health professionals, other experts, NGOs and those involved in the industry to give their views on how Ireland can design and implement rules that will save lives.
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Ireland’s Household Pollution Tops EU League
It’s known as the Emerald Isle, but Ireland’s household pollution means the country’s homes emit more carbon than any other EU member.
By Kieran Cooke
Its image of lush green fields and skies unpolluted by the climate-changing greenhouse gases of heavy industry is well-known, but the reality of Ireland’s household pollution is a little different.