In 2019 European Union leaders agreed to cut the bloc’s greenhouse-gas emissions to net-zero by 2050. Net zero refers to a state in which human-caused greenhouse gas emissions are balanced by removing an equivalent amount of carbon from the atmosphere. As part of the goal coal power plants and gas powered cars would be completely phased out of the economy. Economists estimate that the European Union will need 1.5 trillion euros of investments per year to meet the 2050 target. That would imply a huge divestment from areas like combustion engine cars, fossil fuel production and new airports, and a jump in investments into public transport, renovating buildings and expanding renewable energy, the researchers said.
79% Yes |
21% No |
79% Yes |
21% No |
See how support for each position on “Greenhouse Emissions” has changed over time for 119 Ireland voters.
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See how importance of “Greenhouse Emissions” has changed over time for 119 Ireland voters.
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Unique answers from Ireland users whose views extended beyond the provided choices.
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It’s a good goal, but not one that should take precedence over other, more important goals (eg economic growth, security, immigration control, etc)
@9MKQ2XD4 days4D
Yes but only if viable and doesn't have a negative effect on lower income people
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Emissions should be lowered but will never reach zero
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Yes with adequate funding so every house be greener and carbon neutral at the expense of the energy suppliers
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Yes, as long as that does not affect the most vulnerable people
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