Ireland exceeded home energy upgrade targets in 2024
Ireland exceeded its 2024 targets for home energy upgrades, the Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland (SEAI) has said, with nearly…
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Two thirds of Irish people ‘frustrated’ by climate change
Some 67% of Irish people feel ‘frustration’ about climate change, while more than half express ‘worry’ (54%) or ‘powerlessness’ (51%),…
Just Transition Commission report ‘an important step’, says Minister
The introductory report from the Just Transition Commission, which calls for an ambitious strategy for Ireland to transition to a…
Study examines the ‘urgency’ of constitutionalising environmental rights in Ireland
Discussion on whether Ireland should enshrine environmental rights into its constitution remains a ‘live question, the urgency of which is…
Three fifths of Irish consumers believe retailers should offer incentives for sustainable shopping
More than three fifths (62%) of Irish consumers believe that retailers should offer incentives or discounts for choosing more sustainable…
Marketing without greenwashing – why it’s time for SMEs to speak up about their sustainability wins
Op-ed by Andrew Sheehan, founder of SustainabilityExamples.com. The other day, I had one of those rare, honest conversations with a…
Communities a key driver of sustainable action, says SEAI chief
Local communities play a “unique and powerful role” in driving sustainable energy actions, the chief executive of the Sustainable Energy…
Bean Around’s Sadhbh Wood on developing a circular economy business from coffee waste
Bean Around is an Irish business that produces sustainable skincare products made from 100% repurposed coffee grounds. Developed by sisters…
Wind, coastal erosion and flooding the most significant environmental risks to Ireland
Extreme wind, coastal erosion and coastal flooding have been identified as the most ‘significant’ environmental risks to Ireland over the…
Irish government pledges €27 million to accelerate circular economy transition
The Irish government has announced over €27 million in new funding from the Circular Economy Fund, to support various initiatives…