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Why Estate Cars Are Better for the Climate

There are several reasons why estate cars, once a popular car choice in Ireland, are better for protecting against climate change. Here are the main reasons below: 2. Lighter Weight: SUVs use more raw materials to build and weigh significantly more than equivalent estate cars. Less weight means the engine doesn’t have to work as […]

DUBLIN 6W: Planning for Growth Before Congestion Gets Worse

South-west Dublin is entering a period of significant residential growth. Major developments are either underway or proposed at several strategic sites, including: These developments will bring thousands of additional residents into the wider area. If most of these journeys are made by private car, congestion at locations such as the KCR, Fortfield Road, Templeogue and […]

Future of Dublin – Pre-Budget Submission 2026

Submitted by: Future of DublinTheme: Delivering Affordable Mobility, Climate Action and Regional Connectivity Executive Summary Ireland faces interconnected challenges in housing, transport, climate policy and regional development. Budget 2026 should prioritise investments that reduce congestion, improve quality of life, lower emissions and provide practical alternatives to private car dependency. Future of Dublin recommends targeted investment […]

🚲 Smart DublinBikes 2030: Strategic Plan

Vision:To transform DublinBikes into a fully electric, data-driven, and integrated urban mobility network by 2030 — supporting Dublin’s climate action goals, improving accessibility, and aligning with the Transport for Ireland (TFI) ecosystem. 1. Strategic Goals Objective Description Target Year 1. Electrify the fleet Transition to a 100% electric-assist (pedelec) fleet. 2028 2. Smart infrastructure Install […]

We don´t need free public transport, we need a more frequent, more connected service

Transit is deeply deserving of public subsidy because its use produces societal benefits that economists call positive externalities, such as reduced emissions and traffic crashes, while also helping to achieve social goals related to equity. It is entirely appropriate for state, and local governments to provide financial support, particularly in ways that make transit service […]

Calendar 2024: Lá Saoire Poiblí

Date Day Holiday 1 Jan Luan Lá Nollag Beag 5 Feb Luan Lá Fhéile Bríde (Imbolc) 17 Mar Domh Lá Fhéile Pádraig 1 Apr Luan Luan na Cásca 6 May Luan Bealtaine 3 Jun Luan Lá Saoire Bainc (Meithimh) 5 Aug Luan Lúnasa 28 Oct Luan Samhain 25 Dec Chéad Nollag 26 Dec Déard Lá Fhéile Stiofáin […]

10 effective ways to lower your greenhouse gas emissions (Visual)

At an individual level, we are all responsible for our own personal consumption. Any effort by people who are healthy and well to cycle or walk more, turn down the heating, use less electricity will all have beneficial impacts on reducing fossil fuel reliance. Here are some other simple measures people can try to reduce […]