Ireland’s energy use is not reducing fast enough, says SEAI

December 13th, 2017 Ireland’s energy use is not reducing fast enough and requires more effort from individuals, businesses, and communities to bring down consumption, the...

EU announces 2018 fisheries quotas after record-breaking 47 hours of debate

December 13th, 2017 The European Council has set 2018 quotas for the main commercial fish stocks in the Atlantic and the North Sea following protracted...

Landmark climate case against the Irish State pushed back until New Year

December 13th, 2017 A landmark legal challenge brought against the Irish Government for alleged inaction to tackle climate change has been pushed back until the...

EPA calls for local authority clampdown on tyre dumping and more effort to improve...

December 12th, 2017 The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has called on local authorities to improve inspections to clamp down on the illegal dumping of tyres...

Local concerns ‘dismissed’ as Government gives go-ahead for large-scale seaweed harvesting in Bantry Bay

December 12th, 2017 The Government has given final approval for a contentious large-scale kelp harvesting project in Bantry Bay despite strong opposition from local residents. The...

Local Environmental Networks: How to get involved

12th December, 2017 Local Environmental Networks (LENs) are made up of individuals with a passion for environmental issues. Unlike a single issue group, the LEN...

Permaculture Guide to Reed Beds by Féidhlim Harty: Review

For his latest publication, Féidhlim Harty once again marries a wealth of scientific and regulatory knowledge with his depth of practical experience. However, in...

Minister Creed must push for sustainable fishing quotas in Europe, says conservation groups

December 11th, 2017 Leading conservation groups have called on Ireland to play its part at today’s EU Fisheries negotiations and push for more sustainable fishing...

New Hen Harrier project launched in bid to save the endangered species

December 111th, 2017 The Government’s new €25m five-year Hen Harrier Programme is now open for application in a bid to save one of Ireland’s most...

The rising cost of electricity in Ireland

November 8th, 2017 A recent report from Eurostat shows that Irish citizens face the fourth highest charge on their electricity bills across Europe. After excluding the...

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