Keep your front garden intact and other nature-based solutions to urban flood risks
Slowing the runoff from heavy downpours into struggling Victorian drainage systems in urban areas protects property and water quality
Slowing the runoff from heavy downpours into struggling Victorian drainage systems in urban areas protects property and water quality
The proposed Wicklow to Greystones Greenway route runs right along the edge of the ecologically sensitive coastal area known as the Murrough Wetlands
Batteries are considered hazardous and require special handling. The good news is they can be recycled for free
Pakistan’s citizen-led solar revolution was largely unplanned
Before you buy, think of the resources, energy and pollution that go into making and transporting those reindeer head slippers
Carbon tax on farming and taking land out of agricultural production among bold moves by the Danes
From reducing your laundry to taking slightly shorter showers, you have the power to make a difference
From cleansers and lipsticks to perfume and shampoo, you can save waste – and money – by choosing refillable options
Exhibition features 550 projects that have reached the finals of the competition
When renovating or doing a home blitz allow time to sort stuff so recyclable and resusable items don’t end up in landfill
Irish households were snowed under by packaging this Christmas. Here are some tips for reducing the burden in 2026
If you do one thing this January, drop off old and broken electronic devices, batteries, and cables for free recycling
Data will enable consumers to verify a fashion brand’s green claims
Poor fishing practices and lack of protections have left species critically endangered
Overseas holidays bring unexpected stress, but ones closer to home mean you can really relax
Engineers working to develop greener concrete should look to the 2,000-year-old Pantheon for inspiration
Joy to the world, without prank gifts, plastic toys and novelty jumpers made from synthetic fibres that cannot be recycled
An artificial tree used over many years can be better for reducing emissions than buying a real one every year
Lack of joined-up agency thinking in relation to Michelin is symptomatic of wider State indifference to restaurant sector
The number of prospective homebuyers paying between €1,000 and €2,000 in rent has more than doubled since 2017, according to Bank of Ireland
Demand for sustainable green buildings is driving activity, but lack of development pipeline may push rents up
With a little planning you can keep the magic - just with less waste
Concerns about the environment, a desire to declutter, and creating community are just some of the reasons parents are opting for swap groups
Community benefit funds are a useful way to enhance public engagement with energy and sustainability and address delays in developing infrastructure
The festive season was once characterised by excess, but the Irish are becoming increasingly aware of their waste and bad habits, writes Domhnall O’Donoghue
12 month wait for grid connection ‘makes forward thinking almost impossible’ Oireachtas committee told
Coillte weighs development of up to 50 eco-sensitive cabins on grounds of historic Wicklow estate where Parnell was born
Real wool garments are durable and naturally sustainable but it pays to be savvy about percentages, so read the label
Some shoppers wait all year for Black Friday to make necessary purchases they would otherwise not be able to afford, but others are enticed to buy stuff they otherwise wouldn’t
Studies consistently show that positive reinforcement drives more sustainable change than punishment
Studies show plastics can accumulate at alarming levels in the human body, with your home kitchen among the culprits
Solid fuel use is one of the biggest sources of air pollution in Ireland, posing a serious public health challenge
Messaging about ‘green fares’ or ‘responsible’ aviation is often misleading
Crosswords & puzzles to keep you challenged and entertained
How does a post-Brexit world shape the identity and relationship of these islands
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