Dr. Tara Quinn:

I can provide a brief insight from some recent research, that is, a survey called Climate Change in the Irish Mind. There was a first wave a few years ago and a second wave of results was published recently. It shows a significant percentage of the Irish population is aware of climate change impacts and is worried about them. It is quite a large-scale survey. In terms of getting an understanding of how the general population is thinking about climate change and the appetite there, there are some interesting insights as to potential areas for inroads and engagement with populations on the aspects of climate change relevant for them because the way we will experience climate change will be highly contextual and place-based. There will be particular dimensions relevant for communities in coastal areas, rural communities and cities. Surveys such as the one produced by the EPA can give some useful guidance on points of engagement with communities.