Ministers announce the new All-Ireland Pollinator Plan
Ministers announce the new All-Ireland Pollinator Plan The second Ireland Pollinator Plan includes a five-year roadmap to support bees and nature. The first plan gained overwhelming support from communities, local authorities, farmers, schools and businesses. The plan is being launched by the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage, along with the Minister of State […]
The biodiversity challenge is impacting the green credentials of Ireland
The biodiversity challenge is impacting the green credentials of Ireland A major review of Ireland’s five-year plan has highlighted funding, fragmented policies, monitoring and public communication as the main challenges to tackling the biodiversity crisis in Ireland. The National Biodiversity Forum report on the National Biodiversity Action Plan (NBAP) listed five key recommendations for the […]
NUI Galway to take the lead in climate action peatlands project
NUI Galway to take the lead in climate action peatlands project The biodiversity-rich peatlands in Ireland are set to form the focus of a new climate action project managed by NUI Galway. The European Commission has designated €10m to the new plans, which aim to emphasise the importance and power of peatlands in supporting climate […]
The Green CAP expected to transform farmer incomes in Ireland
The Green CAP expected to transform farmer incomes in Ireland Up to 30% of direct payments within the new CAP could be directly related to farmers involved in a new range of ‘Eco Schemes’. The IFA has warned that this proposal could have a significant impact on farm incomes. A key element of the CAP […]
Ireland commits to international coalition to protect biodiversity
Ireland commits to an international coalition to protect biodiversity Ireland has committed to an international coalition that intends to protect over 30% of the planet’s land and seas. The announcement represents a part of the High Ambition Coalition for Nature and People launch from last week which aims to create an agreement to address the […]
Ecological Restoration needs to become a priority states the UN
Ecological Restoration needs to become a priority states the UN The recent assessment by the Environmental Protection Agency indicated that if we continue life as normal, our natural environment will degrade to a level incapable of supporting and sustaining our economies, and our lives. The EPA report highlighted the disruptive impacts of climate change are […]
Time is of the essence for implementing new environmental strategies in Ireland
Time is of the essence for implementing new environmental strategies in Ireland The recent report released by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) provided vital information on our overall support and action taken by governments, businesses and individuals towards our environment. Despite the growing recognition of the environmental and climate challenges we face, many people continue […]
New government plans for the farming industry to radically transform the environment
New government plans for the farming industry to radically transform the environment New government plans for the farming industry will place further importance on wildlife, nature and the climate. The new £1.6 billion subsidy provided every year for farmers for simply owning land will be eliminated by 2028 and the funds used to pay farmers […]
Leading Senator pushes for more action on the biodiversity challenge in Ireland
Leading Senator pushes for more action on the biodiversity challenge in Ireland Green Party Senator Roisin Garvey gave a stark warning concerning the biodiversity crisis the world is facing as a consequence of climate change. In a recent debate with Government members, Senator Garvey urged leaders to take more action and show further commitment towards […]
Biodiversity, a critical part of addressing existing and potential climate challenges
Biodiversity, a critical part of addressing existing and potential climate challenges The Committee on Climate Action has emphasised that a failure to provide adequate support for biodiversity in the Climate Bill may lead to a reduction in our ability to respond to other disruptive climate events in the future. Yvonne Buckley, a Professor of […]