A new report, conducted by Wind Energy Ireland, found that wind farms played a pivotal role in Ireland’s energy landscape in 2023. The report reveals that wind farms not only supplied 35% of the country’s electricity but also set a new record for the amount of power they produced. According to Wind Energy Ireland’s annual […]
With the effects of climate change being witnessed worldwide, recent research emphasises that its impact is not only evident on a worldwide scale but is also making its presence felt right at our doorstep. The new findings from the Climate Research Centre at Maynooth University, ICARUS, shows compelling evidence that humans are changing Ireland’s climate. […]
Tánaiste and Minister for Foreign Affairs, Micheál Martin, has issued advice for fans heading to France for the Rugby World Cup, reminding those travelling to ‘TravelWise’ and prepare in advance of their trip. To support fans travelling to the Rugby World Cup, the Department of Foreign Affairs has created a consular information leaflet providing key […]
Fáilte Ireland has been appointed as a Sustainable Development Goal Champion for 2023-2024, in an initiative announced by Minister for the Environment, Climate and Communications Eamon Ryan TD. Fáilte Ireland has a long-term commitment to the sustainable development of the tourism industry in Ireland and as SDG Champion, will act as an advocate and promoter
Minister of State for Employment Affairs and Retail Business, Neale Richmond, encouraged retailers to apply for funding to enhance their online presence and increase online sales. In the latest round of the Online Retail Scheme, funded by the Department of Enterprise, Trade and Employment and administered by Enterprise Ireland, retailers can access up to €25,000 […]
Local people and professionals are invited to attend the official launch of the Sláintecare Healthy Communities programme in Clondalkin on 9th December at 12 noon in Rowlagh Community Centre. The launch will give the public and stakeholders an opportunity to meet with delivery partners and programme facilitators to gain more information about the project and get […]
The tourism industry gathered at Croke Park to attend Fáilte Ireland’s first national conference on driving climate action in tourism businesses. The conference provided practical supports for businesses in measuring and reducing their carbon footprint. More than 200 tourism businesses attended from across the country and Minister for Tourism Catherine Martin TD
Mayo-based sustainable clothing brand, Pure Clothing, has launched a fully circular economy. Pure Clothing, based in Ballina, was founded by local students Peter Timlin (Ballina) and Richard Grimes from Enniscrone in May 2020. The company quickly went viral on the video-posting app Tik Tok showcasing the pair’s journey to setting up the company and their […]
Call for sustainable energy champions in community, business, research and public sector to enter The Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland (SEAI) has launched its annual SEAI Energy Awards and is calling on climate action champions to showcase their achievements. Now in their 17th year, the SEAI Energy Awards recognise and reward excellence in sustainable energy in
The PURE project – Protecting Upland and Rural Environments (PURE) – is a regional partnership initiative which aims to combat illegal dumping and fly tipping in the Wicklow/ Dublin region. It is gets support and co-ordination of resources from all stakeholders who are affected by illegal dumping in the Wicklow/Dublin uplands. The project has a […]
The public can now view all the activities of the Four Dublin Local Authorities on their Public Trello board. From Smart Mobility Hubs, to Way-Finding Apps, Smart Street Furniture to Connected Life Buoys, a wide variety of smart projects are now live, helping to improve services and quality of life for Dubliners. The Smart Dublin […]
Following on from last year’s launch of ‘green loans’ by The Irish League of Credit Unions credit unions in conjunction with Retrofit Ireland and financial institutions like Bank of Ireland and AIB, An Post is to launch a new green loan scheme. The proposed launch of the ‘Green Hub’ by An Post will provide end-to-end […]
The BRIDE Project (Biodiversity Regeneration In a Dairying Environment) is an innovative agri-environment project based in the River Bride catchment of north-east County Cork and west Waterford, Ireland. The project is co-funded by the European Union and the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine through the European Innovation
Dublin City Council has been granted permission by the Government for three of social housing developments to re-start construction. It had applied to allow 11 sites resume construction. This could open the way for more councils to do the same as the Government considers allowing social housing developments which are near completion to resume construction.. […]
A study by Cornell University researchers used supercomputers to look into the future of how to make an even bigger jump in wind power capacity. “The research is the first detailed study designed to develop scenarios for how wind energy can expand from the current levels,” said study co-author Sara C. Pryor, a professor in […]
Expect more! G2 is giving tips to work from home. https://learn.g2.com/hub/wfh-week
Community Car scheme is an initiative aimed at involving volunteers in their local communities, helping community members, through the provision of supported transport. The Volunteer Driver will provide, using their own car, essential door to door transport for passengers identified, who have difficulties accessing public or other forms of transport. Recently
Fingal County Council posted a beautiful video on a walk through the wonderful Ardgillan Demesne. Take a walk through the wonderful Ardgillan Demesne, located in North County Dublin, just one of Fingal’s many parks. Stunning views of the Mourne Mountains, the Irish Sea and Ardgillan Castle. Please remember to stay in small groups, keep two […]
Irish public libraries, publishers and writers have agreed a deal to facilitate online storytime sessions for young people while libraries and schools remain closed to the public during the Covid-19 pandemic. This initiative will provide another valuable resource for families alongside the online services already provided by libraries such as eBooks, eAudiobooks, and