Episode 8: Aran Islands: Professor Katharine Hayhoe and Avril Ní Shearcaigh
Climate change - off the recordShow Notes
What can small island communities teach us about climate resilience and energy independence?
In our latest podcast episode, we travelled to the Aran Islands to speak with Avril Ní Shearcair and explore how island communities are responding to stronger storms, rising climate pressures, and the transition to renewables.
A fascinating conversation about innovation, resilience, and community-led climate action from the edge of the Atlantic 🌊
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