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SETU and GreenTech HQ sign MoU promoting regional sustainable development

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South East Technological University (SETU) has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with GreenTech HQ, Ireland’s first Sustainability Innovation Hub, supporting both organisations’ commitment to sustainability, innovation, business, and community engagement. The MoU was signed by SETU President, Professor Veronica Campbell and Ed Murphy, GreenTech HQ CEO and Founder, at SETU’s Cork Road Campus on … Read more

Activ8 Solar Energies Calls for Increased Government Support for Solar

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Activ8 isn’t just celebrating; it’s setting the benchmark and calling for change. The company is proud to announce its triumph at the 2024 Deloitte Ireland’s Best Managed Companies Awards, proving that sustainability and success go hand-in-hand. This prestigious win spotlights Activ8’s exceptional growth, relentless innovation, and a company culture that sparks progress, solidifying its position … Read more

Shannon Chamber Sustainability Week 2024

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Welcome to Sustainability Week 2024 taking place from 25th September to 2nd October, organised by Shannon Chamber via its member-led Mid-West Sustainability Network. This network has been set up to support companies in their sustainability journeys and in the delivery of their sustainability goals. The ‘Week’ comprises a mix of in-person and online events. Each … Read more

ENSO Becomes a B Corp

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ENSO, the all-in-one sustainability solution for businesses is officially a Certified B Corp. ENSO simplifies sustainability for businesses, helping them create impactful strategies, take meaningful action and communicate their activities to customers, their supply chain, employees and other key stakeholders. ENSO is an impact-focused business, and their core mission and values align with those of … Read more

Irish Tar & Bitumen first in sector to use natural and renewable gas to reduce carbon emissions by almost a third

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Gas Networks Ireland today announced that Irish Tar & Bitumen Suppliers (“Irish Tar”) is the first company in its industry to switch from powering parts of its operations with heavy fuel oil (HFO) to using a combination of both natural and renewable gas – significantly reducing their carbon emissions by almost one third, overnight. Over … Read more

PIONEERING ‘SHIPFUEL’ INITIATIVE TO STEER IRISH MARITIME SECTOR TOWARDS LOW-CARBON FUTURE

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As the world grapples with the urgent need to reduce carbon emissions, the maritime industry has been lagging in its efforts to transition the shipping sector from relying on traditional fossil fuels to low-carbon alternatives. In a landmark move for the Irish maritime sector, MaREI, the SFI Research Centre for Energy, Climate and Marine and … Read more

IFAT Munich – More solutions, more exchange, more insights

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IFAT Munich, taking place in the Munich exhibition halls from May 13 to 17, 2024, will feature top-class speakers, more international exhibitors, and a varied and exciting event program. At the world’s leading trade fair for water, sewage, waste and raw materials management, visitors can expect innovative environmental technologies, flanked by panel discussions, expert lectures, … Read more

ESB Networks announces one Giga Watt of solar PV now energised on Ireland’s electricity network

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ESB Networks can confirm that it has 1,000 MW (one Giga Watt) of solar PV generation connected to Ireland’s electricity network. This figure includes 500 MW of utility-scale solar connections, 369 MW of which is from larger projects connected to the transmission system, managed by EirGrid. The figure also includes 300 MW of microgeneration (mainly domestic rooftop … Read more

Gas Networks Ireland and AMBER partner on hydrogen compatibility research

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Gas Networks Ireland and AMBER, the Science Foundation Ireland’s centre for Advanced Materials and BioEngineering Research, have joined forces to undertake important research to determine how compatible the materials that make up Ireland’s gas pipeline are with green hydrogen – an important first step for green hydrogen in the decarbonisation journey of Ireland’s gas network. … Read more