The Energy Policy and Modelling Group played a central role in developing the evidence base underpinning these carbon budgets. Through membership of the Carbon Budgets Working Group, the EPMG developed an extensive set of energy systems decarbonisation scenarios with the TIMES-Ireland Model in an iterative process, engaging with stakeholders and experts.

The EPMG had a wonderful morning at Engineers Ireland showcasing some of our energy modelling research and policy insights from University College Cork focusing on carbon budgets, policy pathways, emissions, energy security and engagement on infrastructure.

Great discussions with nearly 100 stakeholders and friends from policy, industry and NGO communities. Thanks to all for the warm compliments and the tough questions.

For many millions of people, climate change is already a dangerous reality, writes Dr. Fionn Rogan

"Unless you’re a frontline negotiator, knowing what is actually happening at COP isn’t a simple matter ... It took a combination of reading updates from a knowledgeable person online (also in attendance) and a chance encounter with a professor who cited a conversation with a US IPCC special envoy that gave me an insight into what was happening"

The upfront costs of climate action are high and the savings are in the medium and long-term. Not all political systems can see beyond the short-term.

The Energy Policy and Modelling Group is delighted to invite you to join us to a showcase of our latest research and analysis focusing on Ireland's energy transition. This free event will include presentations from our researchers on topics including carbon budgets, energy security and aviation, with engaging discussions and networking opportunities.  Link to agenda: Research Showcase Agenda

Report warns not cutting emissions risks greater long-term costs, stranded assets, and dependance on unproven carbon removal technologies after 2030.