Ireland Meets EU Emissions Reduction Targets for All Five Major Air Pollutants
In 2023 Ireland was compliant with EU Emissions Reduction targets across all five major pollutants: ammonia, non-methane volatile organic compounds, sulphur dioxide, nitrogen oxides and fine particulate matter. These pollutants can impact air quality, health and the environment. Ireland’s ammonia emissions decreased by four per cent in 2023 due to increased use of low emission […]
The OPW and Transport for Ireland announce free entry for Senior Citizens to Heritage sites when passengers use TFI Local Link services for month of May
Minister “Boxer” Moran announces free entry for Senior Citizens to Heritage sites when they use TFI Local Link services for the month of May Collaboration marks milestone 30th Anniversary of the Bealtaine Festival – Celebrating Creativity as we Age The Office of Public Works (OPW), in collaboration with Transport for Ireland (TFI), today 30 April […]
Glyphosate Resistance in Italian Ryegrass Concerning – IFA
IFA Grain Committee Chair Kieran McEvoy said the announcement by Teagasc on the discovery of a field population of Italian ryegrass resistant to the herbicide glyphosate was a very concerning development. “Herbicide resistant grassweeds are a very significant challenge in crop production systems around the world and a future escalation of herbicide resistant grassweeds is […]
Munster Technological University Celebrate Historic First Time Volleyball All Ireland Win
Munster Technological University is pleased to share a historic sporting achievement after its Mens Volleyball Club claimed their first-ever All Ireland title. The momentous win took place on Friday, 28th March at the University of Limerick as part of the action-packed Volleyball Ireland Cup Finals weekend. Winning the All-Ireland was no easy feat, as the […]
Three Offaly organisations shortlisted in RDS Sustainability and Circular Economy Awards
Three organisations in County Offaly have been shortlisted for prestigious RDS Awards taking place on Wednesday 9th April as part of the ‘Finding Common Ground’ festival in the RDS in Dublin. The awards look to celebrate the people behind farms and businesses that are developing effective and impactful sustainability or circular economy initiatives. The awards include both […]
There has been a welcome reduction in nitrogen levels in rivers in 2024, says EPA
Early Insights Nitrogen Indicator for 2024, published by the EPA, shows that nitrogen levels in rivers have reduced in 2024. Despite the reduction, nitrogen remains too high in the southeastern half of the country and further reductions will be needed to bring them to satisfactory levels. Agriculture is the primary source of nitrogen in our […]
Tipperary’s Nicole Drought Wins UK TDC Opener at Snetterton
2024 TDC Champion Nicole Drought started her title defence in the best possible way at Snetterton at the weekend by qualifying on pole position, taking fastest lap and winning the opening race of the season. Having worked with four times BTCC Champion Colin Turkington during Fri day testing, Nicole had made some setup changes to her […]
Irish Homeowners Urged to Protect Against Power Outages as Storms Surge Through 2025
Cork based Wizer Energy highlights the benefits of solar and battery storage in response to Ireland’s increasing extreme weather events With Ireland experiencing 14 named storms in 2024 and 2025 already off to a dramatic start with Storm Éowyn, households across the country are facing an ever increasing risk of power outages. In the aftermath of Storm […]
Circle K Recognised for Supporting Irish Jobs and Communities with Guaranteed Irish Accreditation
Guaranteed Irish symbol recognises Circle K’s contribution to local employment and communities The accreditation highlights Circle K’s commitment to creating long-term career opportunities, supporting local communities through employment, training, and inclusion initiatives. Circle K operates Ireland’s largest and most advanced EV charging network and is also the first forecourt and convenience retailer in Ireland to […]
IFA and Bord Gáis Energy Announce Winner of Solar Competition
IFA and Bord Gáis Energy are delighted to announce that Ann Keohane, from Crosses, Innishannon, Co. Cork, has been selected as the winner of their joint solar competition. Ann, a dairy farmer, receives €5,000 off the cost of the installation of her rooftop solar system. The competition was open to all farmers who ordered solar […]
