Radio Kerry – Weekly Tips 42 – Killarney, a Sustainable destination
Did you know?….. Over 70 guests from the tourism and business communities in Killarney attended the very first Sustainable Killarney event organised by the town’s Chamber of Tourism and Commerce last week. Fáilte Ireland was there to launch their new Climate Action Programme which aims to decarbonise the tourism sector. The meeting also heard […]
Radio Kerry – Weekly Episode 42 – Killarney, a Sustainable destination
This week on Ours to Protect we’re taking a look at plans to make Killarney the most sustainable destination in the country. The proposal was launched at a packed meeting organised by Killarney Chamber of Tourism and Commerce last week. For more in this series listen in to Radio Kerry every Tuesday at 10.45am.
Radio Kerry – Weekly Tips 41 – Investing in Solar Power and EVs
Did you know?…. The use of solar PV panels and electric cars are beneficial in reducing our impact on the environment. They also help to reduce our reliance on fossil fuels which cause global warming. Initially they are both a significant investment but they can save money in the long term. The number of Kerry […]
Radio Kerry – Weekly Episode 41 – Investing in Solar Power and EVs
This week on Ours to Protect we’re taking a look at the benefits of investing in solar PV panels and electric cars. For more in this series listen in to Radio Kerry every Tuesday at 10.45am.
Radio Kerry – Weekly Tips 40 – Food Waste & how to avoid it
Did you know?…. According to mywaste.ie, every Irish household is responsible for 117kgs of food waste every year. What can I do?…. Shop local. Shopping locally not only supports local businesses but it is the most sustainable way to food shop. Limiting steps in productions, such as transportation and storage means the product is […]
Radio Kerry – Weekly Episode 40 – Food Waste & how to avoid it
This week on Ours to Protect we took a look at food waste, and how it affects businesses and how to shop in a more sustainable way. For more in this series listen in to Radio Kerry every Tuesday at 10.45am.
Radio Kerry – Weekly Tips 39 – Managing Kerry Deer
Did you know?…. Deer numbers have risen in recent years which has led to overgrazing of our woodlands, problems for farmers and road safety issues. There are now three deer species in Kerry, our native Red deer, the Japanese Sika deer and Fallow deer. The red deer in Killarney National Park are the last surviving […]
Radio Kerry – Weekly Episode 39 – Managing Kerry Deer
This week on Ours to Protect we’re taking a look at the sustainable management of our deer population in Kerry. For more in this series listen in to Radio Kerry every Tuesday at 10.45am.
Radio Kerry – Weekly Tips 38 – Tree Planting in MTU
Did you know?…… The aim of these events was to create a use for the outdoor space on the campuses that offered staff and students a space to connect with nature. The planting of these trees also contributes to the biodiversity on campus. The events also included talks on biodiversity and biophilia. Biophilia is the […]
Radio Kerry – Weekly Episode 38 – Tree Planting in MTU
This week on Ours to Protect we took a look at a tree planting event in Munster Technological University Kerry, which aimed to help both the environment and the well being of staff and students. MTU Kerry held two successful student partnership and engagement events this week to promote student wellbeing and enhance biodiversity on […]
