Photograph: iStockA wind farm developer has been awarded 50 per cent of its legal costs incurred in a landmark Supreme Court challenge related to climate law obligations of planning authorities and public bodies. The ruling made it clear that climate obligations were “real, effective and, if necessary, enforceable” and created a “legal standard which must be complied with by a relevant body”. The court noted that while Coolglass succeeded in the “most important” aspect of the case, ACP prevailed in the majority of grounds of appeal advanced by the developer. In those circumstances, the court said it was appropriate to award Coolgass 50 per cent of its costs incurred in the appeal and previous High Court challenge against ACP. The court made no order for costs against the Attorney General, who was also a party to the case.

Source: The Irish Times March 02, 2026 21:52 UTC