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In 2018,

Ireland

exceeded its 

greenhouse gas emissions target

by 5m tonnes 

Environmental Protection Agency, 2019

SDG 13: Take urgent action to combat climate change and its impacts by 2030

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WHY IT MATTERS

The threat of climate change to everyone on the planet and our future generations is real and undeniable. It is already disrupting national economies and affecting lives, weather patterns are changing, sea levels are rising, weather events are becoming more extreme and greenhouse gas emissions are now at their highest levels in history. The vulnerable people in our society are being affected the most. However, through education, innovation and adherence to our climate commitments, we can make the necessary changes to protect the planet, modernise our infrastructure, create new jobs and promote greater prosperity across the globe.

  • What Can I Do?
    Buy fair-trade and other ethically sourced products where people are offered decent prices for their produce and labour. Volunteer in a skill-sharing programme within your college or community e.g. computer skills, building a resume, preparing for job interviews. Campaign for international solutions for peace. Violent conflicts and social upheaval are one of the main drivers of poverty. Food waste is linked to global poverty as consumers increase the demand for food by causing prices to rise and make food less affordable for others. Write to your local TD’s, and ask them to make sure Ireland continues to work towards achieving an end to world poverty.
  • What Can I Do?
    Buy fair-trade and other ethically sourced products where people are offered decent prices for their produce and labour. Volunteer in a skill-sharing programme within your college or community e.g. computer skills, building a resume, preparing for job interviews. Campaign for international solutions for peace. Violent conflicts and social upheaval are one of the main drivers of poverty. Food waste is linked to global poverty as consumers increase the demand for food by causing prices to rise and make food less affordable for others. Write to your local TD’s, and ask them to make sure Ireland continues to work towards achieving an end to world poverty.
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