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After Coolglass: Is planning climate-ready?

Environmental & Planning

After Coolglass: Is planning climate-ready?

The Coolglass decision has become one of the most significant climate and planning judgments in Ireland in recent years.

Mon 09 Nov 2026

1 min read

In this podcast, Marika Williams and Alan Roberts explore how the courts have interpreted Section 15 of the Climate Act, the impact the decision has had on renewable energy consenting and whether Ireland's planning system is keeping pace with rapidly evolving climate policy. They also examine the challenges that remain, from local development plans and grid constraints to meeting Ireland's ambitious 2030 climate and renewable energy targets.

ALG AudioLab · After Coolglass: Is planning climate-ready?

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For further information please contact Marika Williams, Alan Roberts or your usual ALG contact.

Date published: 9 November 2026

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