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Large Greta Thunberg mural painted on Dublin wall

The street artist behind a large mural of Greta Thunberg in Dublin city centre says she hopes it refocuses attention on the issue of climate change.

Golfgate: those green greens could be a lot greener

4 reasons why golf is bad for the planet

Are we about to see the return of the 'Beast from the East'?

How severe weather events like cold snaps affect energy prices

John David Washington in Tenet: "it's precisely the nature of climate change that prompts the future scientists imagined by director Christopher Nolan to research ways to reverse the flow of time"

We have worked out just what Tenet is all about...

"The general public's concerns about flooding have increased for many over the last 10 years, and a large majority of people expect the problem to get worse in the coming decades" Photo: RTÉ

Would you buy a house with a 10% chance of flooding every year?

The Arctic suffered extreme heat in 2020 and atmospheric concentrations of planet-warming carbon dioxide continued to rise

2020 ties with 2016 as world's hottest year on record

"The world of climate action is moving fast and Ireland risks being side-lined in a global race for sustainability."

Why 2021 will be a pivotal year for climate action in Ireland

Documentary: Growing Up At The End Of The World

"Let's face it, most of us don't even know what 'sustainable' means anymore". Photo: Getty Images

10 ways to become a sustainable fashion consumer

US Federal Reserve chief Jerome Powell

Fed joins global club of peers in climate change fight

More than 75 heads of state are expected to announce renewed emissions-cutting targets or signal great intent to help the most vulnerable nations deal with increasingly frequent climate disasters

Countries must declare 'climate emergency' - UN chief

The leaders had debated climate change measures for eight long hours, dragging a summit that started yesterday through into this morning

EU leaders agree target to cut emissions by 55% by 2030

Highgate Cemetery attracts around 100,000 visitors annually

Climate change threatens London's Highgate Cemetery

The document sets out how the agriculture sector will reduce emissions over the coming decades

Govt publishes climate change roadmap for agri-sector

"If Covid-19 has taught us anything, it is that we cannot put off long-term problem"

Why Covid-19 is the right time to increase carbon taxes

Former weather presenter and head of forecasting at Met Éireann Ger Fleming

What will Ireland's weather look like in 2050?

Healthy for both you and the planet!

Your Seven Day Planetary Diet

Philip Boucher Hayes explores how the climate crisis can be effectively addressed

Tackling the climate crisis doesn't have to be hot air

What Planet Are You On?

Healthy for both you and the planet!

Your Seven Day Planetary Diet

Healthy for both you and the planet!

When it comes to drinking water, it's time to get "back to tap".

Water Saving Tips

Within our houses, we consume a quarter of the energy used in Ireland.

What Planet Are You On? Energy Saving Tips

Changing your diet is one of the most effective ways of reducing your environmental footprint.

Sustainable Food Plan

Take the My Challenge Pledge

Video and Audio

Youth Assembly on climate change presents recommendations to Dáil

Youth Assembly on climate change presents recommendations to Dáil

Climate and Me

Reuban Murray, 17, from Co Laois, will be among the 157 delegates at the first ever You...

Nadia's sustainable diary

Nadia's sustainable diary

How Hotel Doolin became Ireland's first carbon neutral hotel

My Best Sustainable Life

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Eco Parenting with Nadia Forde

Nadia discovers the ups and downs of eco parenting. Motivated by the desire to provide a better future for her 1 year old daughter Wyatt, Nadia is eager to do her bit for the sake of the planet and the first thing to go is disposable nappies.

Beauty with Bonnie Ann Clyde

Sustainable Touring with Thumper

Vegan Party with Lauren and The 2 Johnnies

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Doesn't Cost the Earth

Bills, bills, bills...

How to save money while renting

Here's how to save on your next shave...

Ditching your plastic razor may save you money

The cost of food waste per household in Ireland is between €400 and €1,000 per year.

Are you throwing away €1,000 a year?

How to have a pocket-friendly period...

Want to make your period better?

#RTEonClimate

How to shop online the sustainable way

Climate Change

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The podcast puts kids at the centre of the fight against climate change

New podcast celebrates the kids fighting against climate change

The cost of food waste per household in Ireland is between €400 and €1,000 per year.

Are you throwing away €1,000 a year?

Tara sits down with freelance stylist Oyindamola Animashaun.

Listen: Tara Stewart & Oyindamola Animashaun on vintage shopping

Climate on Brainstorm

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Branching out: will climate change mean the end of the line for the Blue Tit?

Is climate change making our birds extinct?

"The consequences of rising sea levels around our coasts are serious". Photo: Joe Raedle/ Getty Images

How maths can calculate climate change's impact on our sea levels

Flooding in Galway after Storm Erik in February 2019. Photo: Pat McGrath

We need to talk about how we adapt to climate change

A key aspect of developing robust responses to climate change is the need to encourage innovation in technologies and techniques

Why policy changes are key to encouraging climate innovation

"The increased frequency and spread of wildfires is directly linked to climate change and exposure to wildfire smoke significantly impacts respiratory health"

Will climate change increase the risk of asthma?

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