Munster Technological University (MTU) shortlisted for three awards at a global event recognising the role of universities in the community
The Munster-based university has been shortlisted for two European awards and one Global award MTU received the most awards of any Irish university It is the second consecutive year the university has been shortlisted for the prestigious awards MTU is shortlisted for three awards at a global event in recognition of its pioneering work with […]
Ireland projected to fall well short of climate targets, says EPA
EPA Projections indicate that: Ireland will achieve a reduction of 29 per cent in Greenhouse Gas (GHG) emissions by 2030 compared to a target of 51 per cent. Almost all sectors are on a trajectory to exceed their national sectoral emissions ceilings for 2025 and 2030, including Agriculture, Electricity Transport and Industry. The first two […]
Ireland shines brightly, as Brittany Ferries number one growth market for passenger volumes
As the summer season approaches, Brittany Ferries says passenger volumes are rising slowly towards numbers pre-Covid across the company’s routes connecting Ireland, France, Spain and the UK. Ireland continues to shine most brightly, with demand increasing on all routes serving France and Spain. And while the company has reported a freight slump on routes serving […]
Irish Motorists Embrace Green Future as Fuel Excise Duty Increases
The Carzone motoring report examines trends in the Irish motoring industry Key Findings: 35% of Irish motorists plan to purchase an electric or hybrid model as their next car 57% of the respondents chose an electric/hybrid car over other fuel types as it is better for the environment. 57% chose to purchase hybrid or electric […]
New Climate Youth Delegate appointed
The Minister for the Environment, Climate and Communications, Eamon Ryan TD, in collaboration with the National Youth Council of Ireland, is delighted to announce that Ireland has officially launched its annual Climate Youth Delegate Programme and has appointed a new Climate Youth Delegate for 2023-2024. Jenny Salmon, a Bachelor of Law student in Trinity College […]
Guidelines on Cyber Security Specifications Published
The Minister of State at the Department of the Environment, Climate and Communications, Ossian Smyth TD has published Guidelines on Cyber Security Specifications (ICT Procurement for Public Service Bodies) in line with the National Cyber Security Strategy 2019-24. The guidelines have been prepared by Grant Thornton Ireland under contract with the National Cyber Security Centre […]
Minster Eamon Ryan signs joint declaration that will see Ireland and Germany cooperate with respect to green hydrogen
– Green hydrogen is set to play a crucial role in decarbonising our energy system – The German-Irish Chamber of Industry and Commerce has been a key enabler to this process Minister for the Environment, Climate and Communications Eamon Ryan, has signed a Joint Declaration of Intent on cooperation in the field of green hydrogen […]