Minister Ryan gets government approval for measures to accelerate renewable electricity
The Minister for the Environment, Climate and Communications, Eamon Ryan, this week received government approval for two memos which can accelerate the delivery of and ensure that Ireland gets optimum benefit from our renewable energy potential. The two memos set out future plans for the development of electricity storage, which will allow excess renewable energy […]
Expertise Grants available to advise owners bringing vacant traditional houses back into use
The Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage has today launched a scheme to provide grant support for the provision of expert conservation advice to private owners of vacant traditional houses. The Conservation Advice Grant Scheme follows a successful pilot scheme rolled out last year and is intended to support owners of traditional houses who […]
Minister Ryan announces 20 New Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) Champions for 2024-2025
The Minister for the Environment, Climate and Communications, Eamon Ryan, has appointed 20 new organisations from across Irish society to become Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) Champions. Organisations ranging from The Irish Girl Guides to Sligo Rovers and from ALDI to Mayo County Council are joining the movement to drive forward Ireland’s progress towards the United […]
Minister Ryan announces Long-term Strategy on Greenhouse Gas Emissions Reductions
The government has approved Ireland’s updated Long-term Strategy on Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Emissions Reduction. The strategy provides a pathway to a whole-of-society transformation and serves as a vital link between shorter-term Climate Action Plans and Carbon Budgets and the longer-term objective of the European Climate Law and Ireland’s National Climate Objective. Welcoming the updated strategy, […]
Last-minute Summer Deals with Neville Hotels
Neville Hotels has a selection of last-minute packages in its hotels for families to enjoy this summer. It’s never too late to book an Irish staycation, and whether you’re seeking adventure, relaxation, or quality time together, a range of exciting deals await you. The Tower Hotel is the perfect destination for a South East summer getaway with […]
Public drinking water fountain scheme announced
Scheme aims to reduce plastic bottle use and provide public access to drinking water. A public drinking water fountain scheme was launched today by the Minister of State with special responsibility for Communications and Circular Economy, Ossian Smyth TD, and the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage, Darragh O’Brien TD. The aim of the […]
Embrace FARM hosts its Annual Remembrance Service for bereaved farm families #EmbraceFARM
On Sunday, June 30th, Embrace FARM will hold its Annual Ecumenical Remembrance Service, inviting farm families to remember loved ones lost within their community. Over the past decade, this service has become an important event, honouring those who have died suddenly and providing comfort for their families. This year, the service will take place at 2 pm in the Most Holy Rosary […]
Historic first for Ireland as European School Chess Championships get underway at UL
History was being made at the weekend with the hosting of the European School Chess Championships in Ireland for the first time. More than 200 children, aged between 5 and 16 years, from 14 European countries are participating in the week-long tournament, which takes place at the University of Limerick (UL) and continues until Friday […]