Jason Power

University of Limerick

Dr Jason Power is a lecturer at the School of Education at the University of Limerick

What does EU's U-turn on petrol & diesel cars mean for drivers?

The EU has gone from a total ban on petrol and diesel cars by 2035 to a more complex approach aiming for a 90% reduction in transport emissions

New technology means you can use electric cars to directly power your home or even send power to the grid

These giant cables connect electricity grids across neighbouring countries and have benefits for energy security, costs and climate goals

Increased production costs means car manufacturers are already phasing out these models far ahead of 2035 ban

As we grow more reliant on digital infrastructure, these cables will become increasingly attractive targets to hostile nations

The use of lithium batteries in disposable vapes represents an enormous waste of valuable materials with staggering environmental costs

Virtual power plants are essential if we are to diversify our power grid, maintain reliability and reduce the risk of price shocks

Efficiency has become the big selling point for electric cars which means we'll be able to travel longer distances on one charge

Our passion for SUVs threatens to undermine the major gains from electric cars and electrification won't solve the problem

Carbon offsetting will become increasingly important for companies to meet their environmental commitments