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Ireland's greenhouse emissions lowest in 30 years


In 2023 almost every sector saw a reduction in emissions, which lead to an overall fall of 6.8%.

Greenhouse gas emissions in the Republic of Ireland are at their lowest level in 30 years, according to the latest figures from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Laura Burke, EPA director general, said the findings were "significant" and signalled "the impact of climate action and decarbonisation measures across Ireland's economy and society". "We see the impact of more renewables and interconnection powering electricity, less fossil fuel use in home heating, reduced nitrogen fertiliser use in agriculture and more biofuel in transport," Ms Burke added.

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