SETU and GreenTech HQ sign MoU promoting regional sustainable development

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

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

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

North Offaly Development Fund CLG

North Offaly Development Fund CLG is looking for Expressions of Interest for Industrial Sites from suitable companies, investors or businesses involved in the sustainable generation, storage and/or distribution of renewable energy, who are interested in locating and developing their business at Rhode Green Energy Park. Successful applicants would have to demonstrate their willingness and potential to … Read more

Irish Pilot Tackles Sustainability on Dingle Peninsula

As decarbonization accelerates in many parts of the world, local energy communities and consumers are assisting in the energy transition. In the Dingle Peninsula, Dublin-based non-profit energy R&D institute EPRI Europe and four other Irish institutions are leading a pilot that is testing tools to assist in the reliability, flexibility, and security of the local … Read more

ENSO Becomes a B Corp

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

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

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

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