Midlands 103 – Weekly Tips 42 – Cloncrow Bog

Nestled in the scenic Tyrellpass area of County Westmeath,  Cloncrow Bog stands as a sanctuary of biodiversity and historical intrigue. This natural gem is not only renowned for its picturesque landscapes but also for its vital role in sustaining a diverse array of plant and animal life.   Cloncrow Bog is celebrated for its unique […]

Midlands 103 – Weekly Episode 42 – Cloncrow Bog

Listen back to this week’s episode as we explore the Cloncrow Bog with Eugene Dunbar from Ethos (Everything Tyrrellspass Has, On Show).  For more in this series listen into Midlands 103 every Thursday at 11.20am.

Midlands 103 – Weekly Tips 41 – Conscious Lingerie and Fast Fashion

Fast fashion, characterised by rapid production and turnover of inexpensive clothing to meet current trends, has profound environmental implications. Textile Production: Fast fashion relies on oil-based synthetics and water-intensive cotton, depleting resources and exacerbating water scarcity. Pollution: Dyeing processes release harmful chemicals, while synthetic fibers shed microplastics, polluting waterways and soil. Carbon Footprint: Fast fashion […]

Midlands 103 – Weekly Tips 40 – Fireblight in Ireland

Fire blight, caused by Erwinia amylovora, devastates pome fruit trees globally. In Ireland, where apple and pear orchards are vital to agriculture, it threatens crop yields and industry sustainability. This brief covers fire blight’s impact, symptoms, management, and regulations.   It causes economic losses through yield reduction, quality decline, and tree death, impacting farmers and […]

Midlands 103 – Weekly Tips 39 – Transforming your Living spaces

Dermot Bannon is an Irish architect and television personality best known for his role as the presenter of the popular home renovation show, “Room to Improve.” With his expertise in architecture and design, Bannon has offers valuable insights into transforming living spaces while emphasizing sustainability and energy efficiency. Insulate walls, floors, and attics to prevent […]

Midlands 103 – Weekly Episode 39 – Transforming your Living spaces

Listen back to this week’s episode as Sinead chats to Dermot Bannon,an Irish architect and television personality best known for his role as the presenter of the popular home renovation show, “Room to Improve.” With his expertise in architecture and design, Bannon has offers valuable insights into transforming living spaces while emphasizing sustainability and energy […]

Midlands 103 – Weekly Tips 38 – VR Technology & Training

Did you know? VR can contribute to waste reduction in training:   Simulated Training Environments:  VR enables apprentices to train in virtual environments mirroring real-world scenarios, minimizing resource consumption like raw materials and energy.   Risk-Free Skill Development:  With VR, apprentices can practice without physical repercussions, fostering experimentation and learning without material wastage. Equipment Simulation: […]

Midlands 103 – Weekly Episode 38 – VR Technology

Listen back to this week’s episode as we find out about how Virtual reality (VR) offers promising solutions for reducing waste during apprenticeship training by providing immersive, interactive, and realistic environments. For more in this series listen in to Midlands 103 every Thursday at 11.20am.