Climate change | ||||||||||||||||
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 Fianna Fáil | ||||||||||||||||
The Climate Change Act sets out a clear mandate to reduce our emissions. We will build on this, by building new structures to plan for and implement green practices across every element of the Irish economy. | ||||||||||||||||
 Sinn Féin | ||||||||||||||||
We know that as sea levels rise...extreme weather events become more common due to climate change. For these reasons, Sinn Féin would provide an additional €20m annually for the improvement of flood defences so that families and businesses can be protected from such events. | ||||||||||||||||
 Fine Gael | ||||||||||||||||
Fine Gael is committed to making Ireland resilient to climate change, recognising that achieving our climate goals is essential to our future economic success. Sustainable growth, investment in resilient infrastructure and strong community involvement will be at the heart of our approach to climate action. | ||||||||||||||||
 Social Democrats | ||||||||||||||||
The climate crisis is the single biggest threat to our environment and to our long-term quality of life. As part of the next government, the Social Democrats will ensure that the necessary systems and structures are in place so that Ireland can play its role in creating a sustainable planet where no one is left behind. | ||||||||||||||||
 Green Party | ||||||||||||||||
Climate change is our generation’s existential challenge – a challenge that must be overcome if we are to survive. No party has better understood the dangers of climate change, and no party has done more to tackle this problem here in Ireland. | ||||||||||||||||
 Labour Party | ||||||||||||||||
Climate change deepens global inequality, increases conflict, causes hunger and disease, and results in increased migration. It is the greatest issue facing our planet and our people. | ||||||||||||||||