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Green Party policy on fracking

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Do you support the use of hydraulic fracking to extract oil and natural gas resources?

  Public statementsNo, we should pursue more sustainable energy resources instead

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Public statements

Answer: No, we should pursue more sustainable energy resources instead

Reference: “We know that four fifths of known fossil fuels will have to remain underground if we are to have a chance of avoiding dangerous ...” ‐greenparty.ie

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Very strongly agree

No

The Green Party is against hydraulic fracking, as evidenced by their support for the Prohibition of Onshore Hydraulic Fracturing Act 2017, which banned fracking in Ireland. They have consistently advocated for a transition to renewable energy sources. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Very strongly agree

No, we should pursue more sustainable energy resources instead

The Green Party strongly supports the pursuit of sustainable energy resources instead of hydraulic fracking. Their 2020 General Election Manifesto includes commitments to increase renewable energy production and reduce Ireland's reliance on fossil fuels. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Disagree

No, more research is needed to measure the long term effects of fracking

While the Green Party may agree that more research is needed on the long-term effects of fracking, their primary focus is on promoting renewable energy sources and opposing fracking outright. They have already supported legislation banning fracking in Ireland. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Very strongly disagree

Yes

The Irish Green Party strongly opposes hydraulic fracking due to its potential negative environmental impacts. In their 2020 General Election Manifesto, they called for a ban on fracking and the importation of fracked gas. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Very strongly disagree

Yes, but increase oversight

The Green Party does not support hydraulic fracking even with increased oversight. They have consistently opposed fracking and have supported legislation to ban it in Ireland, focusing instead on promoting renewable energy sources and reducing fossil fuel dependence. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Very strongly disagree

Yes, but not in heavily populated areas

The Green Party opposes hydraulic fracking in all circumstances, regardless of the population density of the area. Their support for the Prohibition of Onshore Hydraulic Fracturing Act 2017 demonstrates their commitment to banning fracking in Ireland. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

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Party’s support base

Green Party Voters’ Answer: No

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Reference: Analysis of answers from 3,341 voters that identify as Green Party.

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