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Chairman’s Commentary- Ethics and Sustainability
In his final article as Chairperson of Comhar Sustainable Development Council, Professor Frank J. Convery, discusses ethics. Read the rest of this entry »
Accountability and Sustainability
We are in a trauma induced by the serious and sudden imbalance in the public finances, the failure of the banks and the consequent pressure on the Euro, which in turn was followed by a long-term loan from the International Monetary Fund (IMF), the European Commission (EC) and the European Central Bank (ECB). The origin of this failure lies in part on seriously inadequate systems of personal, political and financial accountability. In his latest article, Professor Frank J. Convery, Chairperson of Comhar Sustainable Development Council, outlines propositions that should be considered to improve accountability.
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Flann O’Brien and Sustainability
This week, Professor Convery’s commentary is based on the recent Globe Forum event which took place in Dublin on Wednesday, 17th and Thursday, 18th November. Read the rest of this entry »
Environmental Tax Reform
The introduction of a range of environmental taxes and charges could raise up to €1.5 billion annually. That’s according to the latest monthly commentary from Professor Frank Convery, Chairperson of Comhar Sustainable Development Council (SDC) and Director of the Earth Sciences Institute, University College Dublin. If we act on the proposals, we will ensure that we move towards a truly sustainable society.
This week, Professor Convery’s commentary is based on the recent conference on Environmental Tax Reform – organised by Comhar SDC in collaboration with the European Environment Agency, UCD Earth Sciences Institute, Smart Taxes and Feasta – which took place in Dublin on Thursday, 28th and Friday, 29th October. To view the commentary in PDF format click here.
Directly Elected Mayors and Sustainability
In his latest article, Professor Frank J. Convery, Chairperson of Comhar Sustainable Development Council, discusses the proposal of a directly elected mayor for Dublin.
Age and Sustainability
In his latest article, Professor Frank J. Convery, Chairperson of Comhar Sustainable Development Council, talks about ageing.
Chairman’s Commentary- Michael O’Leary and Climate Change
In his latest article, Professor Frank J. Convery, Chairperson of Comhar Sustainable Development Council, questions the scientific validity of climate change denial comments made by Michael O’Leary.
Reflections on the Irish Economy Blog
In his latest Commentary, Professor Frank Convery contributes to the debate on the Irish Economy Blog.
Sustainability and Buttermilk Pancakes
In his latest article, Professor Frank J. Convery, Chairperson of Comhar Sustainable Development Council, asks the question what does it take to create new business ideas, and convert them into activity on the ground?