Environment MEP’s vote to strengthen EU’s most powerful climate law
May 30, 2017
MEP’s voted today to increase the ambition of the EU’s most powerful climate law, the proposed Effort Sharing Regulation (ESR).
The environment committee...
Trump to make “final decision” on Paris Agreement this week
May 30th, 2017
President Donald Trump is set to decide this week if the U.S. will leave the Paris Agreement, with the President “wide open”...
The Union of Students in Ireland (USI) has launched a major energy saving programme
May 29th, 2017
The Union of Students in Ireland (USI) has launched a major energy saving programme uniting students across the EU to save energy...
Dublin to host prestigious award for gifted young scientists next year
May 29th, 2017
The prestigious European Union Contest for Young Scientists (EUCYS) is set to celebrate its 30th anniversary in Dublin next year, the Minister...
Local Authorities to receive more funding to tackle illegal dumping across Ireland
May 29th, 2017
The Department of Climate Action and the Environment is set to provide an additional €650,000 in funding to tackle illegal dumping following...
President Higgins praises work to restore Abbeyleix Bog
President Michael D. Higgins’ paid tribute to organisations and volunteers working to restore bogs and wetlands across Ireland during a visit to Abbeyleix Bog...
Land and soil mismanagement in Ireland: Problems and Solutions
May 27th, 2017
We rely on soil to provide healthy food, clean water, support wildlife, store carbon, prevent flooding and ultimately maintain livelihoods around the...
Public meeting called to discuss plans for mechanical seaweed harvesting in Bantry Bay
May 26th, 2017
A public meeting has been organised by concerned locals this Sunday to discuss the controversial granting of a licence for large-scale mechanical...
What’s On This Weekend for Biodiversity Week
May 25th, 2017
Biodiversity Week is coming to a close so don’t miss your last chance to celebrate Ireland’s diverse flora and fauna by taking...
What’s On during Biodiversity Week: Thursday 25th & Friday 26th May
25th May 2017
Sun’s out! Get outdoors and make the most of this warm weather by taking part in one of Biodiversity Week’s events today,...
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