Climate Action Plan 2023: Sectoral Emissions Targets and Policies for Ireland (assets.gov.ie)
- Electricity sector targets 75% emissions reduction by 2030 with 9 GW onshore wind, 8 GW solar, and 7 GW offshore wind.
- Retrofit 500,000 homes to BER B2 by 2030; install heat pumps in 400,000 existing dwellings.
- Reduce car travel distance by 20% and have 1 in 3 cars be electric by 2030.
- Establish Just Transition Commission and continue €169 million fund for Midlands.
"The Climate Action Plan 2023 summary sets ambitious emissions reduction targets for Ireland across six sectors: electricity (75% by 2030), transport (45%), built environment (40% commercial/public, 50% residential), agriculture (25%), and industry (35%). Key measures include deploying 9 GW onshore wind, 8 GW solar, and at least 7 GW offshore wind by 2030; retrofitting 500,000 homes to BER B2 by 2030; reducing car journey distances by 20%; and increasing afforestation to 8,000 hectares per year. The plan emphasizes a just transition, with a Just Transition Commission to be established, and a €169 million fund for affected midland counties."
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