WLR – Weekly Tips 35 – Turning Red Hats Green – Valentine’s
Tips: Choose Sustainable Gifts: Opt for experiences rather than physical gifts. Consider activities like a nature hike, a cooking class, or a spa day. Select eco-friendly gifts such as reusable items, organic products, or items made from sustainable materials. Purchase from local artisans or businesses to support your community and reduce the carbon footprint […]
WLR – Weekly Episode 35 – Turning Red Hats Green – Valentine’s
Valentine’s Day is celebrated on February 14th. This week reporter Clodagh Walsh, along with the help of some of her colleagues at the Broadcast Centre, is taking a look at the day a little early. They’ve come up with some ideas to make the day a little “greener”. For more in this series listen in every […]
WLR – Weekly Tips 34 – Maintaining Your Washing Machine
Tips: Read the Manual: Familiarize yourself with the manufacturer’s instructions and guidelines provided in the user manual. This will help you understand specific features, maintenance requirements, and recommended usage. Level the Machine: Ensure that your washing machine is level to prevent excessive vibrations during the spin cycle. Use a leveling tool and adjust the feet […]
WLR – Weekly Episode 34 – Maintaining Your Washing Machine
As part of the circular economy, it’s important to try and keep things in circulation for as long as possible. To help you prolong the life of your washing machine, reporter Clodagh Walsh talks to Maurice Kiely for advice and practical tips on how to do just that. For more in this series listen in […]
WLR – Weekly Tips 33 – The Circular Economy
Tips: Design for longevity: Encourage the creation of products with longer lifespans. Design items to be easily repairable, upgradeable, and modular, allowing for parts replacement rather than discarding the entire product. Promote reuse: Encourage the reuse of products and materials by establishing systems for refurbishment and resale. This can involve creating platforms or businesses […]
WLR – Weekly Episode 33 – The Circular Economy
What is the circular economy and why is it so important in the fight against climate change? Reporter Clodagh Walsh talks to Waterford economist Jim Power who helps put it all into perspective for us. For more in this series listen in to WLR every Wednesday at 11.30am
Radio Kerry – Weekly Tips 35 – Air Quality in Kerry
Air Quality is a hugely important part of our everyday lives. Did you know?…. Poor air quality can affect health, according to the HSE webpage poor air quality has the potential to increase symptoms of those suffering from lung diseases, cause inflammation and worsening of heart disease. People in Kerry are blessed with beautiful […]
Radio Kerry – Weekly Episode 35 – Air Quality in Kerry
Air Quality is a hugely important part of our everyday lives. Poor air quality can affect the health, according to the HSE webpage poor air quality has the potential to increase symptoms of those suffering from lung diseases, cause inflammation and worsening of heart and lung disease. To learn about more about this, we spoke with […]
Radio Kerry – Weekly Tips 34 – Killarney National Park
This week on Ours to Protect we’re taking a look at the invasive species rhododendron and efforts to clear it from Killarney National Park. Did you know?….. The species was introduced to Kerry during Victorian times and it has thrived here. The problem is – it spreads rapidly, smothering all native flora and fauna. Stretching […]
Radio Kerry – Weekly Episode 34 – Killarney National Park
This week on Ours to Protect we’re taking a look at the invasive species rhododendron and efforts to clear it from Killarney National Park. The species was introduced to Kerry during Victorian times and it has thrived here. The problem is – it’s spreads rapidly, smothering all native flora and fauna. Sari Houlihan paid a […]
