EU plan to bring clean energy revolution to over 2,700 islands
September 19th, 2017
A new EU initiative to bring the clean energy revolution to over 2,700 islands across Europe is set to be launched this...
ECO-UNESCO’s Young Environmentalist Awards 2018 launched
September 18th, 2017
ECO-UNESCO today launched the Young Environmentalists Awards 2018 calling on Ireland’s greenest teens to step up and take action in their communities...
5,000 deaths in Europe linked to ‘Dieselgate’ per year, new study reveals
September 18th, 2017
Emissions from diesel cars rigged to appear eco-friendly may be the cause of 5,000 premature deaths annually across Europe, a study published...
Our duty to stop oil exploration in Irish waters
September 18th, 2017
Last week, one of Ireland’s leading oil and gas exploration company, Providence Resources, revealed that their latest oil-drilling exploit in Irish waters...
Chile creates one of world’s largest marine protected area around Easter Island
September 17th, 2017
The Chilean government has made a landmark international decision to make the waters around Easter Island one of the world’s largest protected...
LULUCF decision met with dismay from NGOs and scientists
Scientists and NGOs have reacted with dismay to a European decision to allow member states to increase their levels of timber harvesting up to...
European Parliament votes on North Sea fishing regulations
September 14th, 2017
The European Parliament today voted to give the green light to plans that could end overfishing in the North Sea and ensure...
How can you influence environmental policy?
13th September 2017
Have you ever wanted your actions on environmental matters to have a greater impact at a local level? You can make a difference...
9 ways to move toward a zero waste lifestyle
To mark the end of zero waste week in Ireland and the start of September we’ve got nine inspired ways to cut down on your...
Flood relief scheme for Donegal farmers launched
September 14th, 2017
Farmers affected by recent flooding in Donegal can now apply for financial aid of up to €15,000 to cover damage caused by...
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