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...
Submission on the Irish bioeconomy
This submission to an interdepartmental group in the Irish government answers a set of ten questions on the development of a high-level policy statement...
European Parliament votes on North Sea fishing regulations
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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...
97% of studies agree climate change is real – new research shows the 3%...
September 13th, 2017
Readers will no doubt be familiar with the oft-quoted statement that ’97 per cent of scientific studies conclude that climate change is...
Leading environmental NGOs critical of Juncker’s State of the EU address
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Jean-Claude Juncker’s renewed call for Europe to lead the fight against climate change is meaningless without concrete commitment for higher emission cuts,...
World Ozone Day set to celebrate success story of the Montreal Protocol
September 13th, 2017
The climate success story of the Montreal Protocol will be celebrated on World Ozone Day this Saturday with the launch of a...
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