Irish Environmental Network
We are a network of environmental NGOs that work individually and jointly to protect the environment.
- Reposted by Irish Environmental NetworkThe EU is pushing for significant deregulation, under the guise of "simplification". They are planning to chip away at one vital environmental law at a time. Once lost, these protections rarely return. Take Action: iwt.ie/what-we-do/hands-off-nature/ More info: handsoffnature.eu/
- “Not only do we need to shore up flood defences but we also need to reduce global warming.” Climate change made this week’s floods almost three times more likely to occur, analysis by Maynooth University and Met Éireann has found. www.irishtimes.com/environment/...
- This February discover events, consultations, environmental reports and useful resources in our newsletter. Subscribe now to get updates straight to your inbox on the 1st of each month. Sign up here: lp.constantcontactpages.com/su/2WG0qeJ
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- "Another sad milestone in a very long series of milestones…We have ever-increasing evidence that Ireland’s climate is changing in pretty profound ways...but there is a complete lack of political will to enact those solutions at the speed and scale required" www.irishtimes.com/environment/...
- Yet another stark warning about the impact of climate change which is accelerating. Last year was the third hottest on record with increasing fossil fuel pollution behind the temperatures. As temperatures warm extreme weather events get more extreme & more frequent www.irishtimes.com/environment/...
- Deadline extended to Friday January 16th! This is an exciting opportunity to work in a dynamic field of cross-border environmental cooperation.
- New Year, new opportunity! @irishenvnet.bsky.social is recruiting a project manager for our new PEACEPLUS Programme funded project CORE (Cross-border Opportunities for a Resilient Environment) which we are delivering with Northern Ireland Environment Link www.sigmarrecruitment.com/job/project-...
- New Year, new opportunity! @irishenvnet.bsky.social is recruiting a project manager for our new PEACEPLUS Programme funded project CORE (Cross-border Opportunities for a Resilient Environment) which we are delivering with Northern Ireland Environment Link www.sigmarrecruitment.com/job/project-...
- Reminder: We're hiring at the @irishenvnet.bsky.social We are seeking an experienced & self-motivated Project Manager to lead a 2.5-year EU & PEACEPLUS funded CORE Project (Cross-border Opportunities for a Resilient Environment) we are delivering in partnership with Northern Ireland Environment Link
- We are hiring! @irishenvnet.bsky.social is recruiting a project manager for our new PEACEPLUS Programme funded project CORE (Cross-border Opportunities for a Resilient Environment) which we are delivering in partnership with Northern Ireland Environment Link www.sigmarrecruitment.com/job/project-...
- Great to see coverage of the @irishenvnet.bsky.social Winter Conference in the Leinster Express newspaper. A fantastic day of great conversations, wonderful engagement, networking & sharing ideas in the Midlands Park Hotel Portlaoise www.leinsterexpress.ie/news/ecolive...
- We are hiring! @irishenvnet.bsky.social is recruiting a project manager for our new PEACEPLUS Programme funded project CORE (Cross-border Opportunities for a Resilient Environment) which we are delivering in partnership with Northern Ireland Environment Link www.sigmarrecruitment.com/job/project-...
- Delighted to receive PEACEPLUS funding to deliver CORE (Cross-border Opportunities for a Resilient Environment) project with our colleagues in NIEL to enhance cross-border cooperation on the environment. CORE is supported by PEACEPLUS, a programme managed by the @seupb.bsky.social
- One day left to apply for the position of Head of Finance and Operations at @irishenvnet.bsky.social Closing date 11th December at 17.00. More at www.ien.ie/were-hiring-head-of-finance-and-operations/ This vacancy is being managed by Sigmar Recruitment. Applications to Sam Breckon sbreckon@sigmar.ie
- Fantastic turnout, great conversations, wonderful engagement, networking & sharing ideas at the @irishenvnet.bsky.social Winter Conference in Midlands Park Hotel Portlaoise.
- Reminder: We’re recruiting a Head of Finance and Operations Closing date for applications is 11 Dec 2025 at 17.00. This vacancy is being managed by our recruitment partner Sigmar Recruitment. Applications to Sam Breckon (sbreckon@sigmar.ie) before the closing date. www.ien.ie/were-hiring-...
- Come and work with us! We’re searching for a Head of Finance and Operations. Closing date for applications is 11 December 2025 at 5pm. This vacancy is being managed by our recruitment partner, Sigmar Recruitment. Applications to Sam Breckon (sbreckon@sigmar.ie) More info: www.ien.ie/were-hiring-...
- Some positive and encouraging news: The State has purchased private lands that were for sale adjacent to the Glen of the Downs in Co Wicklow which could lead to the expansion of the nature reserve. Well done to everyone who campaigned on this: www.rte.ie/news/regiona...
- The @irishenvnet.bsky.social Annual Report for 2024 is now available to read on the www.ien.ie website. Find out more about our work on the ground during 2024, as well as learning more about our members’ activities. Many thanks to all our members and staff for their work last year. bit.ly/4im1xgB
- Delighted to be at @irishenvnet.bsky.social member @antaisce.bsky.social's seminar ‘Snapshots on Climate Change and its impacts on our welfare’ and hear @presidentofireland.bsky.social Catherine Connolly's powerful message to open the event.
- Fantastic turnout to wish @irishenvnet.bsky.social chief operating officer Justin Byrne all the best on his retirement after 15 years with the network. A fantastic colleague who was always kind and generous with his time and wisdom. Farewell dear friend. Enjoy your time!
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- From interactive workshops and live demonstrations to insightful panel discussions and local community initiatives, Climate Action Week offers a packed schedule of fun events tailored for all ages and interests! See what’s happening in your area and online: climateactionweek.ie
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- Very sad news. Another giant of the environmental movement gone too soon. RIP Manchán Magan - your legacy and spirit will live on.
- Many thanks to Joan, Roma & Jack from the European Parliament Liaison Office in Ireland for organising a very interesting, informative & productive visit to the European Parliament & Commission in Brussels where we met with MEPs & officials to discuss issues around climate, environment & agriculture
- Brussels is our office today as Irish environmental NGOs meet Commission officials and MEPs to discuss environmental-related EU issues for Ireland, including nature conservation, marine protection, environmental compliance, the circular economy and sustainable agriculture
- @talamhbeo.bsky.social invite you to join them for a talk and the launch of Methane Matters at #Ploughing2025 tomorrow. At the Organic Village, Block 2, Row 11, Stand 234 at 3pm!
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- @leavenotrace.bsky.social are running their game on being more aware of the environment around you in the global green biodiversity tent NOW! #ElectricPicnic
- Cian from the Irish Whale and Dolphin Group will be giving a talk titled 'From Atlantic to Electric' at the Biodiversity Tent in Global Green today at 1.30 pm #ElectricPicnic
- Global Action Plan @globalactionplan.bsky.social (Alex and Niamh) will be running their No Such Thing as Away game at #ElectricPicnic this weekend. Come along to the Biodiversity tent #GlobalGreen area to give it a try
- This #Heritageweek our IEN member organisations have a wide range of events across the country! Find the full list of events here: docs.google.com/document/d/1...
- Very sad to see Irish environment online magazine is ceasing publication. It has been a fantastic voice for the environment in Ireland and has been a great supporter of the @irishenvnet.bsky.social and cross border environmental work for years.
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- Attention! MSc students interested in offshore renewable energy (ORE) technologies & the environment: Our MARÉIRE project is pleased to announce a grant opportunity for MSc student projects focused on environmental topics in the context of ORE in Ireland. More at: ien.ie/mareire-lear...
- Have you a proposal for a small research project on Offshore Renewable Energy & the Environment? The IEN’s MARÉIRE has funding of up to €10,000 for research projects on offshore renewable energy & the environment! Find out more at: ien.ie/mareire-lear...
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- World Nature Conservation Day is celebrated annually on July 28th. It's a day dedicated to raising awareness about the importance of protecting natural resources and ecosystems.
- This week is #SharkWeek! 🦈 37.5% of sharks and rays are threatened with extinction according to the IUCN Red List of threatened species. The Coalition to Halt the Extinction of Sharks and Rays has been established to stop extinction of sharks. Basking Shark Photo Credit: John Collins
- A great opportunity to assist the @envpillar.bsky.social and its members to influence the Irish Presidency of the EU, leading the Council towards European policies with significant environmental benefit.
- Huge congratulations to Lorraine Kelly winner of the Biodiversity Photographer of the Year Competition for Four Spotted Chaser. The judges said it was: "An arresting image, the structure of the four spotted chaser is beautifully captured with excellent composition, crisp & clear."
- Are you interested in all-island action on the environment? Then you should tune into a webinar/information session on Monitoring post-Brexit environmental divergence on the island of Ireland: The role of civil society’, Monday 23rd June 11-12. More info and register: ien.ie/invite-to-ie...
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- Today is World Environment Day which this year focuses on the growing scientific evidence of the impacts of plastic pollution and the need to drive momentum to refuse, reduce, reuse, recycle, and rethink plastics use to build a cleaner and more sustainable future. www.worldenvironmentday.global
- Thank you to everyone who entered this years competition! We will announce the shortlist in a few weeks time so keep your eyes on this page! @sonairte.bsky.social @fairseas.ie @npwsireland.bsky.social @heritagecouncil.ie #BiodiversityWeek2025
- Reposted by Irish Environmental NetworkONE WEEK LEFT TO GET YOUR PHOTOS IN! Libby Keatley busy capturing underwater photos for the 2024 Biodiversity Photographer of the Year Competition by Phil Wilkinson Submit yours to the 2025 competition now: biodiversityweek.ie/photo-competitions/ #FairSeas #BiodiversityWeek2025
- End your working week with an event in nature! Have a look at what's on tomorrow for #BiodiversityWeek2025! See all events here: biodiversityweek.ie/events-calen...
- Reposted by Irish Environmental NetworkHave you ever heard of a cat shark? 🐈⬛ 🦈 A common small shark species in Irish waters, this one seen by Anna Kelleher during the 2024 Biodiversity Photographer of the Year Competition. Submit yours for 2025: biodiversityweek.ie/photo-competitions/ #FairSeas #BiodiversityWeek2025
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- On #Biodiversityday it’s worth remembering that we are completely dependent on healthy and vibrant ecosystems for our water, food, medicines, clothes, fuel, shelter and energy. It’s time to reconnect with nature. Check out what’s happening in your area at biodiversityweek.ie