‘We’re not resilient to today’s climate,‘ says expert as State and utility companies face greater pressure to prepare for stormier weather

Polar bears’ secret to surviving in the Arctic ice revealed: greasy hair

Coastwatch survey finds nitrate levels were lowest since 2012, while raw sewage discharges also declined

HSE appoints management team to oversee and manage maternity services with immediate effect

Up to 100,000 customers likely to be without power for the rest of the week

Pulling out of Paris Agreement was predictable theatre, but resulting temperature and emission rises will push Earth to dangerous tipping points

With 20% of male escapees sexually mature and capable of breeding with wild Atlantic salmon, threat to wild stocks ‘is particularly concerning’

An Bord Pleanála approved less than half renewable energy capacity needed to reach Government’s 2030 target, WEI planning report finds

Absence of climate ambition, continuity rather than scaled-up targets and vague language stand out

Ireland must take ‘big leaps as distinct to small steps’ in developing renewables, says SSE chief

‘Reaching renewable electricity targets in 2030 could cut consumer bills by an additional €610 million’

Land was inherited through the female line in Iron Age Britain, with husbands moving to live with their wife’s community

Agreement signed between Department of Foreign Affairs and BTYSTE to support science in developing countries, especially Africa

Ciara, Saoirse and Laoise Murphy develop ACT app to improve responsiveness to emergencies at community level

Destruction with little warning and no mercy becomes the norm as the world overheats