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Electronic devices are gathering dust in Galway, reveals WEEE survey

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Seventy per cent of electronic devices are not being recycled or returned to the circular economy across Galway, new data reveals.

University of Galway leads study on impact of climate change on Earth’s oceans

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An international team led by researchers at University of Galway is leading a study on the impact of climate change on the planet’s oceans.

Bring along your electrical waste to WEEE free collection day

Galway householders are being urged to bring their batteries, electrical, and electronic waste to a free collection day to help the county meet national e-waste recycling targets for 2023.

Galway recyled seventeen batteries per person last year, says WEEE research

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Galway consumers recycled the equivalent of 17 AA batteries per person in 2021, exceeding the national average, new figures reveal.

COP26, biodiversity and Galway

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Policy-makers could really benefit from talking to children more. In a survey carried out at an event in June organised by the Galway National Park City initiative involving young people from 13 city primary schools, participants were asked what they loved most about Galway.

Twelve beaches in Mayo have excellent quality bathing water - EPA report finds

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The quality of bathing water at 12 of 15 beaches in Mayo was found to be excellent, with a further three classified as having good quality water, according to the latest report from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).

Climate change wasn't the focus of the election, but it must be the focus of the next Government

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It is often said that the environment suffers in Ireland, and indeed on the planet, because of Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs. In order to be able to concentrate on things outside of keeping us alive, we need to feel well fed, healthy, and have a roof over our heads.

O'Reilly sets out priorities for Election 2020 campaign

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Climate action, environmental protection, providing world class sustainable public transport, and supporting increased cycling infrastructure in the city will be the chief campaign points for the Green Party's Pauline O'Reilly, at Election 2020.

Greens call for commissions in towns where refugee accommodation planned

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Commissions representing cross-sectoral interests need to be established in all towns where new refugee accommodation is envisaged, so as to ensure local concerns are addressed and asylum seekers can be accommodated.

Investigation under way following oil spill in the River Shannon

An oil spill incident on the River Shannon, south of Athlone, is currently being investigated and treated by the Westmeath County Council.

 

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