What will Ireland’s role be in COP31?
Summary
Former Green Party leader Eamon Ryan joins The Hard Shoulder to discuss COP31 in Antalya, highlighting how recent elections in Serbia and Brazil have shifted the focus toward implementation and electrification. Ryan emphasizes the urgent need to curb methane leaks from oil and gas operations, noting that this sector accounts for significant waste. He also addresses the challenges of climate finance, arguing that protecting multilateral institutions like the World Bank is critical during a period of political instability.
Topics discussed
Introduction and context for COP31 in Antalya
Impact of recent elections on the COP atmosphere
Focus on implementation and side events
Electrification as a key COP priority
Methane reduction and the UN call to action
Addressing methane leaks in the oil and gas sector
International cooperation and agricultural methane
Climate finance and protecting multilateral systems
Closing remarks and show sign-off
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