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Ciara has been struck down by a bug but Darragh is joined by Anna and Tom to review this week's climate news.

We look at the International Energy Agency's latest report which shows that global energy usage grew to a record high in 2024, even coal usage continues to grow.

And here in Ireland we're anticipating record growth in demand for electricity, largely because of the proliferation of data centres.

We trace the history of Shannon LNG, a major pollution project that got permission for a large power plant this week and was also in the high court trying to get permission for LNG too. This is a major blow to Ireland's climate plans and environmental groups are organising to keep Ireland LNG free.

And in the US, GreenPeace is reeling from a $660M verdict against it in a suit taken by fossil fuel companies, in front of a jury full of fossil fuel workers.

We find some glimmers of good news in China: BYD has announced an EV that charges in 5 minutes. And in NYC, which has banned gas from new buildings.

Actions for this week:

Remember Hossam Shabat RIP and do not stop talking about Gaza. Check out the Irish Palestine Solidarity Campaign for details of protests and how you can get involved.

Join the campaign to stop LNG coming to Ireland: Not Here Not Anywhere and Friends of the Earth are two of many organisations fighting against LNG.

Register for Oxfam's Ground Up: Climate Justice Forum in Cork on April 11-12