Minister for Communications, Climate Action and the Environment Denis Naughten. \ Ferdia Mooney
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The Department of Communications, Climate Action and Environment is hosting a regional gathering this month to open the discussion on climate action to the general public. The aim is to provide a long-term system of engagement within communities to support climate policy.
The first gathering will be held in The Radisson Blu hotel in Athlone on 23 June from 11am to 4pm. Those wishing to attend should register online.
The objectives of the consultation revolve around sharing ideas, understanding the larger purpose of climate action and learning what methods will be beneficial to mitigate and adapt to climate change.
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Agricultural Emissions
Agriculture accounts for more than one third of Ireland’s greenhouse gas emissions. The sector has come under criticism throughout the climate debate in light of the expansion of the national herd and Food Wise 2025 targets. Ireland is unlikely to meet the 2020 targets set by the EU despite moving in the right direction.
Proposed carbon taxes on farmers have been met with strong opposition from farming organisations and processors. Incentives and payments for lower-carbon farming are the favoured solution of those in the agricultural sector.
Farmers
The national dialogue on climate action is an opportunity for farmers to voice their opinions and concerns on climate action. Farmers have expressed the need for flexibility in the past and there is recognition from farmers and climate activists alike that climate action will work only if rural communities and farmers are not negatively impacted.
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The Department of Communications, Climate Action and Environment is hosting a regional gathering this month to open the discussion on climate action to the general public. The aim is to provide a long-term system of engagement within communities to support climate policy.
The first gathering will be held in The Radisson Blu hotel in Athlone on 23 June from 11am to 4pm. Those wishing to attend should register online.
The objectives of the consultation revolve around sharing ideas, understanding the larger purpose of climate action and learning what methods will be beneficial to mitigate and adapt to climate change.
Agricultural Emissions
Agriculture accounts for more than one third of Ireland’s greenhouse gas emissions. The sector has come under criticism throughout the climate debate in light of the expansion of the national herd and Food Wise 2025 targets. Ireland is unlikely to meet the 2020 targets set by the EU despite moving in the right direction.
Proposed carbon taxes on farmers have been met with strong opposition from farming organisations and processors. Incentives and payments for lower-carbon farming are the favoured solution of those in the agricultural sector.
Farmers
The national dialogue on climate action is an opportunity for farmers to voice their opinions and concerns on climate action. Farmers have expressed the need for flexibility in the past and there is recognition from farmers and climate activists alike that climate action will work only if rural communities and farmers are not negatively impacted.
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