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Irish agriculture faces emissions dilemma
2016-07-24 12:03:00| Climate Ark Climate Change & Global Warming Newsfeed
Climate News Network: Ireland is facing a classic conflict, pitching economic growth targets against the need for action on climate change. On one hand, Irelands planners want to see significant growth in its food and agriculture industry a sector that is one of the main pillars of the countrys economy, accounting for about 8% of gross domestic product. On the other hand, the country - along with other members of the European Union (EU) - is committed to lowering greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by at least...
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