Did you know…
- Galway Wind Park is Ireland’s largest and best preforming onshore wind farm?
- The owners of Galway Wind Park have launched their Major Projects Fund, which will support community projects within 10km of the site?
- Financially empowering communities can accelerate climate action? Studies show that community-led climate projects are often more effective and sustainable than top-down approaches.
Why is it important to financially empower communities to support climate action?
- When communities have access to funding, they become active participants in climate solutions, not just passive recipients. This fosters a sense of ownership and responsibility, leading to more sustainable and long-term outcomes.
- Financial empowerment allows communities to design and implement solutions specific to their context, cultural considerations, and existing resources.
- Successful community-led projects can attract additional funding and investment from other sources, such as private businesses, foundations, and government agencies.
What can I do to help support the financial empowerment of communities to help tackle climate change?
- Get involved in local initiatives working on climate solutions. This could involve volunteering your time, skills, or knowledge.
- Consider investing in impact funds or initiatives that specifically channel resources towards community-led climate solutions.
- When possible, choose to buy from businesses in your community, especially those with environmentally friendly practices.
Here’s a few websites if you want to know more!
Department of the Environment, Climate and Communications
https://www.gov.ie/en/organisation/department-of-the-environment-climate-and-communications/
SSE Renewables – Galway Wind Park
https://www.sserenewables.com/onshore-wind/ireland/galway-wind-park/
Pobal – Community Climate Action Programme
https://www.pobal.ie/programmes/community-climate-action-programme-climate-education-capacity-building-and-learning-by-doing-strand-2/
