Peatlands are Ireland’s hidden gems

Peatlands are Ireland’s hidden gems

As I’m continuing my research on peatlands and their restoration, I had an opportunity to have a conversation with Niall O’Brolchain. He is a researcher from NUI, also involved with the policy development of paludiculture in Europe. We have already unpacked the...
Stunning success of Renewable Energies – Prosperous Communities!

Stunning success of Renewable Energies – Prosperous Communities!

The event “Renewable Energies – Prosperous Communities” has been a success. Yesterday, almost 100 people gathered in Manorhamilton to take their energy future into their own hands. The main outcome of this pioneering event was the decision to develop a plan for...

GEAI rejects decision to extent peat burning plants lifetime

Good Energies Alliance Ireland joins the Environmental Pillar in condemning the decision to extend the lifetime of two peat-burning power stations in the Midlands beyond the present agreement of ceasing operation in 2019. The stations are located in west Offaly and at...
When is fracking not fracking?

When is fracking not fracking?

When an oil/gas company wants to drill, of course! Look at what Rathlin Energy are planning to do near the Giant’s Causeway: Construct a drilling pad Drill down 2,700 metres – drilling day and night for up to 90 days “Stimulate” the well using...
Climate Action Bill 2015 – All smoke, no fire?

Climate Action Bill 2015 – All smoke, no fire?

“Transition to a low carbon, climate resilient and environmentally sustainable economy by the end of 2050.” In the context of the climate crisis now confronting the earth, this is the ONLY aspiration of the Government in the Climate Action Bill 2015. There are no...