Hogan Announces Funding for Local Environmental Initiatives
Mr. Phil Hogan, T.D., Minister for the Environment, Community and Local Government today, 2 September 2013, announced the 2013 Local Agenda 21 (LA21) Environmental Partnership Fund. This fund, which has operated since 1997, supports local environmental initiatives by communities, individuals and not-for-profit groups. The Minister has allocated funding of €400,000 to this year’s scheme, an increase from €337,000 in […]
Enterprise Ireland will be hosting an information day on the CIP Eco-innovation Programme
This EU funded initiative bridges the gap between research and the market. It helps good ideas for innovative products, services and processes that protect the environment become fully-fledged commercial prospects, ready for use by business and industry. A more efficient use of resources is a must for the competitiveness of businesses. Eco-innovation is a way […]
EPA launches new iPhone app to encourage people to report environmental pollution – If you See It – then Say It!
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) today launched a new iPhone App, See it? Say it!, to help people to report environmental pollution in their towns and villages. The new App makes it easy for people to report a pollution incident the moment they see it. Using the App you can now take a photograph […]
EU LIFE+ Programme 2013
Funding is available for Environmental Projects under the EU LIFE+ Programme 2007-2013. Over the period 2007-2013, Life+ will provide €1.7 billion for co-funded projects across the EU which are linked to nature conservation, environmental technology and the communication of environmental matters. Ireland’s allocation for this year is €4m approx, subject to suitable projects being submitted […]
One in Three Europeans Would Spend More for a Green Car Despite Weak Economy, Ford-Sponsored Survey Shows
35 per cent of Europeans would pay more for an environmentally friendly car; even though 71 per cent have reduced spending due to the weak economy*, according to a Ford-sponsored survey of 6,000 people The survey also shows 71 per cent consider fuel-efficiency a major factor in buying a car; 60 per cent prefer to […]
Public invited to submit views on protecting the environment
– Public consultation process for EPA Strategy now underway The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has today announced that it is seeking the views of the public on how the Agency should prioritise activities over the next number of years to protect and improve Ireland’s environment. The public consultation process offers interested parties the opportunity to […]
State of the Environment in Ireland 2012 – Meeting the Main Environmental Challenges
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is holding an international workshop today to look at the main environmental challenges facing Ireland. The most recent ‘state of the environment’, assessment has confirmed that while Ireland’s environment is of a generally high standard, significant environmental challenges face Ireland in the medium term. Today’s event is one of three […]
Ireland’s Environment – A Strategic Asset to Protect and Manage for Future Generations
Assessment shows Ireland’s environment is a key national asset. A clean and vibrant environment is essential for our health and well-being. Protecting the environment plays an essential role in protecting the health of the population. A protected and well-managed environment is essential for economic renewal. Report highlights that Ireland’s environment is generally in good condition […]
Minister Hogan Encourages Participation in Earth Hour
The Minister for the Environment, Community and Local Government, Mr. Phil Hogan T.D, today 30 March 2012, outlined his support for Earth Hour 2012. The Minister said, ”Earth Hour is a unique worldwide initiative that allows people to express their support for the protection and improvement of our environment. It’s a demonstration that the solution […]
Hogan announces Public Consultation on Septic Tank Performance Standards.
The Minister for Environment, Community and Local Government Phil Hogan TD today (18.1.2012) announced during the Select Sub-Committee on Environment, Community and Local Government there will be a period of public consultation on septic tanks performance standards following the legislation being enacted next week. Speaking at the Sub-Committee Minister Hogan said; ‘Before finalising the regulations […]
