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Project Code [2020-CCRP-DS.27]
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Project title
Ex-Post Analysis of the Impact of National Landfill Policy for GHG-Emissions in the Waste Sector
Primary Funding Agency
Environmental Protection Agency
Co-Funding Organisation(s)
n/a
Lead Organisation
Economic & Social Research Institute (ESRI)
Lead Applicant
Iulia Siedschlag
Project Abstract
The proposed research project will examine the impact of Ireland�s Landfill Policy on the reduction of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions over the past three decades. The research will focus on the quantification of the reduction of methane emissions from disposals of municipal waste to landfill.
Grant Approved
�59,955.00
Research Hub
Climate Change
Research Theme
Carbon Stocks, GHG Emissions, Sinks and Management Options
Initial Projected Completion Date
16/12/2020