Saving the Emerald in the Isle: A Study of Irish Environmentalism

Saving the Emerald in the Isle: A Study of Irish Environmentalism

Presenter(s)

Alexandra Rae Amrhein

Comments

Presentation: 3:40-4:00, Kennedy Union 311

Description

Climate change is among the most pressing issues facing the world today. In the United States, we tend to focus on ways in which our country needs to address the crisis. However, when attempting to understand the scope of this global dilemma, it can be helpful to see it through the lens of other nations’ approaches. This project focuses on sustainability and climate awareness in the Republic of Ireland. After establishing Ireland’s unique struggle with the climate crisis, I determine whether the nation’s current approach to decreasing carbon emissions is effective and, if not, what changes should be made. For context, I first provide a brief background on the Irish environmental movement and examine public opinion on the significance of climate change. Analyzing the Climate Change Performance Index, reports from the European Investment Bank, various articles and international surveys, I then argue that Ireland’s 2021 Climate Action Plan will not allow the nation to achieve its goal, a 51% reduction in emissions by 2030. Finally, I propose solutions to Ireland’s plight, implying ways in which the U.S. can potentially adopt similar strategies and thus address our own nation’s struggle with climate change.

Publication Date

4-17-2024

Project Designation

Course Project 202380 POL 320 H1

Primary Advisor

Jaro M. Bilocerkowycz

Primary Advisor's Department

Political Science

Keywords

Stander Symposium, College of Arts and Sciences

Institutional Learning Goals

Practical Wisdom; Community; Critical Evaluation of Our Times

Saving the Emerald in the Isle: A Study of Irish Environmentalism

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