Stop the Shannon LNG project in Ireland
The Issue
Climate change is no longer a distant threat; it is our present reality. In Ireland, we are experiencing its impacts first-hand with extreme weather patterns wreaking havoc on our daily lives. The Shannon LNG project threatens to exacerbate these conditions, further endangering the environment we depend on for our survival.
The planned Shannon LNG project would see the construction of a liquefied natural gas terminal on the Shannon Estuary. While proponents argue it could provide economic benefits, the environmental cost would be far greater. We are at a critical point when our actions, or inactions, will determine the wellbeing of our planet and future generations.
Natural gas is a fossil fuel, and its extraction, transportation, and processing result in significant greenhouse gas emissions. These emissions contribute to climate change, undermining the very fabric of our ecosystems and communities. The Shannon LNG project is not aligned with the commitments Ireland has made under the Paris Agreement to reduce our carbon footprint and transition toward renewable energy sources.
Moreover, the project poses a direct threat to the Shannon Estuary's rich biodiversity, home to unique species such as dolphins and rare birds. The construction and operation of the LNG terminal could destroy habitats and disrupt breeding grounds, causing irreparable damage to Ireland's natural heritage.
By halting the Shannon LNG project, we can protect our environment, honor international climate commitments, and advance energy sustainability. Instead, we should focus on developing alternative energy solutions, such as wind and solar power, which offer long-term opportunities for job creation, energy security, and environmental preservation.
This is about our future, our children's future, and the future of Ireland's unique and fragile ecosystems.
Join us in urging the Irish government to take immediate and decisive action to halt the Shannon LNG project. Let us prioritize sustainable solutions and protect our environment for the generations to come.
Please sign this petition to show your support and commitment to preserving our land and climate.
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The Issue
Climate change is no longer a distant threat; it is our present reality. In Ireland, we are experiencing its impacts first-hand with extreme weather patterns wreaking havoc on our daily lives. The Shannon LNG project threatens to exacerbate these conditions, further endangering the environment we depend on for our survival.
The planned Shannon LNG project would see the construction of a liquefied natural gas terminal on the Shannon Estuary. While proponents argue it could provide economic benefits, the environmental cost would be far greater. We are at a critical point when our actions, or inactions, will determine the wellbeing of our planet and future generations.
Natural gas is a fossil fuel, and its extraction, transportation, and processing result in significant greenhouse gas emissions. These emissions contribute to climate change, undermining the very fabric of our ecosystems and communities. The Shannon LNG project is not aligned with the commitments Ireland has made under the Paris Agreement to reduce our carbon footprint and transition toward renewable energy sources.
Moreover, the project poses a direct threat to the Shannon Estuary's rich biodiversity, home to unique species such as dolphins and rare birds. The construction and operation of the LNG terminal could destroy habitats and disrupt breeding grounds, causing irreparable damage to Ireland's natural heritage.
By halting the Shannon LNG project, we can protect our environment, honor international climate commitments, and advance energy sustainability. Instead, we should focus on developing alternative energy solutions, such as wind and solar power, which offer long-term opportunities for job creation, energy security, and environmental preservation.
This is about our future, our children's future, and the future of Ireland's unique and fragile ecosystems.
Join us in urging the Irish government to take immediate and decisive action to halt the Shannon LNG project. Let us prioritize sustainable solutions and protect our environment for the generations to come.
Please sign this petition to show your support and commitment to preserving our land and climate.
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Petition created on 6 September 2026