A convention is being organised that will look at the impact of climate change and food security. It will take place on the 4th of June in Westport, Co Mayo. It will include training, workshops, discussion and reflection. This unique event will examine the options for …
Ireland’s youth environmental organisation, Eco-Unesco, celebrates 30 years
December 16th 2016 ECO-UNESCO, Ireland’s Environmental Education and Youth Organisation, celebrated its 30th year of conserving the environment and empowering young people. Supporters and members of the public marked the significant milestone at a celebratory festive event in the Wood Quay Venue on Wednesday …
Irish government defy scientific advice to support continued overfishing and depletion of marine environment
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View PostBan on fracking gets Ministerial support – major victory for people and the planet
December 1st, 2016 The ban on fracking will continue in Ireland the Minister for the Environment confirmed this week. Minister Denis Naughten confirmed his support for the prohibition on the back of the EPA sponsored report into the controversial practice. The findings “justify the continuing …
VACANCY: BirdWatch Ireland are looking for a Policy Officer
December 1st, 2016 Do you have what it takes to advocate for the conservation of birds, their habitats and wider biodiversity in Ireland? If so BirdWatch Ireland may have the role for you. The organisation is seeking a suitably experienced person to join the policy …
Hundreds of organisations, including Irish environmental groups, are calling on lawmakers to reject the EU Canada trade deal
View PostBattle to stop new law damaging Ireland’s wildlife continues in the Seanad
November 18th 2016 Irish Senators are continuing to strongly object to proposed laws which will allow extended hedge-cutting and scrub burning. The bill which will allow land owners to cut hedgerows and burn scrub in uplands for an extra month will damage wildlife experts have …