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Long-term global warming trend continues with devastating effect

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The Lancet: Extreme heat threatens ‘systemic failure’ of hospitals

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An Taisce challenges oil and gas exploration off Cork coast

November 28th, 2018 An Taisce has initiated judicial review proceedings against the Department for Climate Action (DCCAE) in relation to the granting of oil and...

State takes issue with document calling on Ireland to rapidly reduce emissions

November 28th 2018 A statement from the UN’s Special Rapporteur on Human Rights and Environment calling on Ireland to rapidly reduce emissions should be deemed...

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