Climate Observatory

The report presents the Central Bank of Ireland's climate analysis through 2025, covering global transition trends, Irish financial-sector exposures, the economy, and biodiversity. It reports that green mortgages reached 43.6% of new originations in Q2 2025. Central Bank operational emissions totalled 2,840 tonnes in 2024, 65% below their 2017 peak. It also highlights Ireland's low protected-area shares, including just 2.3% of marine area in 2023.