Main points

Unspecified taxes on oil, gas, coal and other fossil fuels to be phased in from 2002

Unspecified taxes on oil, gas, coal and other fossil fuels to be phased in from 2002

Closure or conversion of the coal-fired power station at Moneypoint

Reductions in methane emissions from agriculture by reducing the national herd

Option for industry to participate in "emissions trading" and voluntary agreements

Changes in the grant scheme for new house purchasers to promote energy efficiency

Changes in Vehicle Registration Tax to favour more fuel-efficient transport

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