August 9th, 2018 Three Cuvier’s beaked whales were found washed up at different locations along the coast in counties Donegal …
State of the Climate: 2017 warmest non-El Niño year on record
August 3rd, 2018 Last year was the warmest year on record without the influence of El Niño, meaning that the …
High Court sets February 2019 date for judicial review over Cork incinerator
August 1st, 2018 The High Court has set 12 February 2019 as the start date for a judicial review of …
Marine specialists give public insight into research on coastal environment
July 26th, 2018 Marine specialists gathered at Killiney Beach this week to give an insight into their work and raise …
Crab shells and trees combine to create new food packaging
July 26th, 2018 American scientists have successfully developed material akin to plastic wraps using crab shells and wood pulp. Researchers …
Rare sponge reef and coral species found off west coast of Ireland
July 25th, 2018 A team of Irish marine scientists may have discovered a new species of coral in the deep …
The many challenges facing shark populations in the 21st century
July 22nd, 2018 Shark Awareness Day, which took place last week, is an occasion for conservation groups to raise awareness …
Seal season: how to respect seal pups on our beaches this summer
July 22nd, 2018 Summer is the season when the common seal gives birth to its pups on the Irish coastlines, …
Roscommon festival cancels balloon race over environmental concerns
July 19th, 2018 Environmentalists have welcomed the decision of festival organizers to cancel a balloon race in Co Roscommon due …
Cork group files application for judicial review over Ringaskiddy incinerator decision
July 19th, 2018 A Cork-based citizen group has filed an application for a judicial review of An Bord Pleanála’s decision …