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East Coast FM

East Coast FM, Wicklow’s Favourite radio station, delivers a mix of feel good music, relevant news, local content and entertainment for listeners across the ‘Garden of Ireland’. The station is also enjoyed by thousands of commuters flowing into and out of the county – from catching a ‘DART’ or Dublin Bus, to using the M11/N11/M50/N81. Listeners wake up with Rob and Laura on ‘Freshly Squeezed’ and go home with Dave Harrington on East Coast Drive. Radio veteran Declan Meehan has hosted ‘The Morning Show’ for almost 30 years, tackling the important local, national and international issues, boasting a huge network, encompassing politicians, local celebrities and the real stars, locals themselves.

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November 28, 2023

TITLE: East Coast FM – Weekly Tips 24 – Jobs in Sustainability

In this episode Max speaks with Erlend Christiansen about the route he took towards his job as Off-Shore Licensing Manager with Codling Wind Park.  The demand for sustainability professionals is growing across all sectors. There are many[...]

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November 28, 2023

TITLE: East Coast FM – Weekly Episode 24 – Jobs in Sustainability

Listen back to this week's episode as Max chats with  Erlend Christiansen, who is Offshore Licensing Manager with Codling Wind Park. He talks about his path in finding a career in sustainability and we ask members of the public if they ever considered a job in the[...]

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November 21, 2023

TITLE: East Coast FM – Weekly Tips 23 – Youth Climate Justice

Youth Climate Justice aims to:

  • raise environmental awareness, understanding and knowledge of the environment among young people.  
  • promote the protection and conservation of the environment.  
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November 21, 2023

TITLE: East Coast FM – Weekly Episode 23 – Youth Climate Justice

Listen back to this week's episode as Max visits Coláiste Craobh Abhainn where over 400 students are attending a major youth climate conference. For more in this series listen in to East Coast FM every Thursday from 8pm.[...]

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November 21, 2023

TITLE: East Coast FM – Weekly Tips 22 – Sustainable Food & Catering

This week on Ours to Protect Max speaks with Tadgh Byrne of Crioch Catering about how we can make sustainable food choices. Sustainable Diets are those diets with low environmental impact that contribute to food and nutrition security[...]

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November 21, 2023

TITLE: East Coast FM – Weekly Episode 22 – Sustainable Food & Catering

Listen back to this weeks episode as Max talks to Tadgh Byrne, co-owner and head chef of Críoch Catering at the Wicklow County Council, where they provide sustainably sourced and cooked catering. For more in this series listen in to East Coast every Thursday from 8pm.[...]

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November 21, 2023

TITLE: East Coast FM – Weekly Tips 21 – Eco Friendly Cleaning

Eco-Friendly Cleaning is the hot topic on Ours to Protect this week as Max visits Planet A in Bray . Cleaning our homes doesn’t have to dirty our environment. Small changes can make a big difference to both the[...]

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November 21, 2023

TITLE: East Coast FM – Weekly Episode 21 – Eco Friendly Cleaning

This week on Ours To Protect, we visited Planet A in Bray. This is a shop that supplies sustainable and eco-friendly products, and we learn how to stock up on household products in an environmentally friendly way. For more in this series listen in to East Coast FM[...]

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November 21, 2023

TITLE: East Coast FM – Weekly Tips 20 – Sustainable Fashion

This week on Ours to Protect Max visits Siopaella to discuss Sustainable Fashion. Fast fashion is environmentally unsustainable with estimates suggesting that there is enough clothing in landfill to dress six generations. Investing in quality, signature pieces that[...]

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November 21, 2023

TITLE: East Coast FM – Weekly Episode 20 – Sustainable Fashion

This week is all about sustainable fashion and vintage shopping, and Max chats to Zoe Clarke, manager of Siopaella, to find out more about this. He also gets peoples’ thoughts on the street about the topic.  For more in this series listen in to East Coast FM every[...]

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November 21, 2023

TITLE: East Coast FM – Weekly Tips 19 – Third Level Environmental Education

This week on Ours to Protect Max visits Cathal Brugha Street to talk about Environmental Education. Pre-Uni Environmental and Biodiversity Studies, Cathal Brugha Campus. Modules include: Ecological Field Methods/Biodiversity and the Natural Environment/ Sustainable Water Management/ Biological Diversity/ Biology/ Team working/ Work Experience/ Permaculture Design/ Statistics. Who[...]

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November 21, 2023

TITLE: East Coast FM – Weekly Episode 19 – Third Level Environmental Education

Max finds out how people can learn about environmental issues at third level when he visits Cathal Brugha College. He chats to Environmental and Biodiversity Studies course coordinator Anne O’Brien, as well as students on the course. For more in this series listen in to East Coast FM[...]

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November 21, 2023

TITLE: East Coast FM – Weekly Tips 18 – Avoiding Plastic in your Weekly Shop

This week on Ours to Protect Max visits looks at ways to refill. Tips to use refill opportunities:

  • Ditch the single use plastic.
  • Shop second hand as your first[...]

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November 21, 2023

TITLE: East Coast FM – Weekly Episode 18 – Avoiding Plastic in your Weekly Shop

This week we look at ways to refill, and chat to The Source Bulk Foods, based in Greystones and Rathmines, who aim to remove plastic from peoples’ shopping routines. For more in this series listen in to East Coast FM every Thursday at 8pm[...]

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November 21, 2023

TITLE: East Coast FM – Weekly Tips 17 – Sustainable Art

This week on Ours to Protect Max talks about how artists can be more sustainable. Tips for Sustainable Artists:

  • Choose sustainable materials.
  • Reduce waste in your art practice.
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November 21, 2023

TITLE: East Coast FM – Weekly Episode 17 – Sustainable Art

This week we look at sustainability in the arts, and find out about Wicklow artist Kelly Hood’s new exhibition, which was made using environmentally friendly paints and materials. For more in this series listen in to East Coast FM every Thursday at 8pm.[...]

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November 21, 2023

TITLE: East Coast FM – Weekly Tips 16 – All about Energy

Energy Awareness is discussed by Max on Ours to Protect this week. Here are some tips for cutting your energy consumption along with your energy bill. What’s good for your pocket can be good for the environment. 

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October 16, 2023

TITLE: BEAT – Weekly Episode 16 – Courtown Seal Sanctuary

In the latest episode of Ours To Protect, Orla takes a trip to Seal Rescue Ireland based along the east coast of Ireland in Courtown, Co. Wexford to learn more about their work rehabilitating seals and their replanting efforts to help combat climate change. For more in this series listen[...]

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November 21, 2023

TITLE: East Coast FM – Weekly Episode 16 – All about Energy

This week we look at Energy Awareness, and chat to the South East Energy Agency to find out what they’re doing to help people reduce their energy use and save money. For more in this series listen in to East Coast FM every Thursday at 8pm.[...]

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November 21, 2023

TITLE: East Coast FM – Weekly Episode 15 – Retrofitting

This week we’re at Arklow Energy Awareness Day, and we look at retrofitting, and find out about retrofit.ie. A website that makes the process of retrofitting your home easy to understand. For more in this series listen in to East Coast FM every Thursday at 8pm.[...]

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November 21, 2023

TITLE: East Coast FM – Weekly Episode 15 – Retrofitting

This week on Ours to Protect Max speaks with David Shiel from Prime19 about how to best retro-fit your home.

  • Identify your big energy uses and target reductions in these areas.
  • Future-proof your home to reduce[...]

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November 21, 2023

TITLE: East Coast FM – Weekly Tips 14 – Insulation for the Environment

This week on Ours to Protect Max offers tips on how to best insulate your home. Assess your home: Start by evaluating the insulation in your home. Check for any areas that may be lacking insulation or have gaps[...]

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November 21, 2023

TITLE: East Coast FM – Weekly Episode 14 – Insulation for the Environment

This week we look at insulation, and look at how a company based in Rathdrum is creating insulation from sheep’s wool that may have otherwise gone to waste. For more in this series listen in to East Coast every Thursday at 8pm.[...]

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November 21, 2023

TITLE: East Coast FM – Weekly Tips 13 – Sustainable Packaging

Week 13 Sustainable Packaging This week on Ours to Protect Max talks about how businesses can use more sustainable packaging. Offer carbon-neutral shipping by off-setting emissions. Ship items in bulk. Use sustainable packaging materials that can be[...]

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September 28, 2023

TITLE: East Coast FM – Weekly Episode 13 – Sustainable Packaging

This week we look at insulation, and look at how a company based in Rathdrum is creating insulation from sheep’s wool that may have otherwise gone to waste.  For more in this series listen in to East Coast FM listen in every Thursday at 8pm.[...]

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November 21, 2023

TITLE: East Coast FM – Weekly Tips 12 – Climate Justice

This week on Ours to Protect Max talks about Climate Justice. Holding the government to account when it claims to be leading the way on emissions reductions without taking into account its historical contribution. Making sure that solutions[...]

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September 28, 2023

TITLE: East Coast FM – Weekly Episode 12 – Trocaire & Climate Justice

This week we receive an update on Trocaire’s anniversary celebrations and work towards climate justice, and talk all about sustainable packaging with a Wicklow company.  For more in this series, listen in to East Coast FM every Thursday at 8pm.[...]

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November 21, 2023

TITLE: East Coast FM – Weekly Tips 11 – Clean Coasts Love your Coasts

  This week on Ours to Protect  East Coast FM looked at the Clean Coasts' 'Love Your Coast' Photography Competition. Here are tips to protect the coastal environment.

  • Always take your litter away with you.
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September 28, 2023

TITLE: East Coast FM – Weekly Episode 11 – Clean Coasts Love your Coasts

Listen back to this week's episode as Max catches up with CEO of Trocaire, Caoimhe de Barra, to find out about climate justice and the conference being held to celebrate the charity’s 50th anniversary.  For more in this series listen in to East Coast FM every Thursday at[...]

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September 28, 2023

TITLE: East Coast – Weekly Tips 10 – Bees

  This week, East Coast FM looked at Bees   Did you know…

  • There are 100 bee species in Ireland, including honeybees and more species
  • One third of Ireland’s bees are in danger[...]

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September 28, 2023

TITLE: East Coast – Weekly Episode 10 – Bees

This week East Coast FMs Max Kane looked at the importance of Bees for Biodiversity For more in this series check out East Coast FM every Thursday at 8pm[...]

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August 28, 2023

TITLE: East Coast – Weekly Tips 9 – Reducing Waste at Home

This week, East Coast FM looked at ways to reduce waste at home… Tips for reducing waste:

  • Shop eco-friendly with reusable bags. ...
  • Ditch disposables in the kitchen. ...
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August 15, 2023

TITLE: East Coast FM – Weekly Episode 9 – Bins, Garbage and more!

Listen back to this episode as Max Kane chats all things rubbish! For more in this series listen in to East Coast FM every Thursday at 8pm[...]

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August 15, 2023

TITLE: East Coast FM – Weekly Episode 8 – Fast Fashion

Listen back as Max Chats with Conor Buckley from We are Human collective and discussed the concept of Fast Fashion and how to shop sustainably For more in this series listen in to East Coast every Thursday at 7pm[...]

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August 15, 2023

TITLE: East Coast FM – Weekly Tips 7 – Bats!

  This week, East Coast FM looked at bats…   Did you know…

  • The 10 species of bats in Ireland are all protected because their populations have declined due to loss of habitats and insects as their food[...]

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August 15, 2023

TITLE: East Coast FM – Weekly Episode 7 – Bats!

This week East Coast FM looked at the world of Bats - enjoy more of this series every Thursday at 8pm[...]

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July 28, 2023

TITLE: East Coast – Weekly Tips 6 – Public Transportation

  This week, East Coast FM looked at public transportation   Did you know…

  • Public transportation comes in many forms, including bussing, biking, and walking
  • Access to busses and walkable areas provides people[...]

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July 28, 2023

TITLE: East Coast – Weekly Episode 6 – Local Transport

Listen back as Max chats to people on the street to hear what they think of public transport in Ireland and hears from local Councillor Melanie Corrigan to hear more about the eBike scheme that people can now use to get around Bray For more in this series listen in[...]

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July 19, 2023

TITLE: East Coast FM – Weekly Tips 5 – How to deal with Food Waste

This week, East Coast FM looked at food waste   Did you know…

  • Ireland produces around 800,000 tonnes of food waste yearly
  • Food waste contributes 8% to 10% of global greenhouse gas[...]

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July 19, 2023

TITLE: East Coast FM – Weekly Episode 5 – An alternative approach to Food Waste in Wicklow

Listen back to this episode where Max chats to Wicklow Wolf, where they were in the news for creating a beer using surplus Brennan’s bread and chats to people on the street to find out what they do to reuse and repurpose leftover food. For more in[...]

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July 19, 2023

TITLE: East Coast FM – Weekly Tip 4 – The benefits of Bikes

  This week, East Coast FM looked at bikes for transportation and recreation.   Did you know…

  • There are many types of bikes, like mountain and electric, for any activity or need
  • Cycling[...]

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July 19, 2023

TITLE: East Coast FM – Weekly Episode 4 – Bikes!

Listen back to this episode from East Coast FM as Max chats to Ian Boltt of Fat Bike Adventures to find out about the benefits of biking, and how people can use bikes as a way to experience County Wicklow and chats to people on[...]

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July 5, 2023

TITLE: East Coast FM – Weekly Tips 3 – Electric Cars

  This week, East Coast FM looked at Electric Vehicles Did you know…

  • Electric Vehicles (EV’s) are powered by an electric engine, and don’t need petrol
  • There are also different types of[...]

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July 5, 2023

TITLE: East Coast FM – Weekly Episode 3 – EV Cars

Listen back to this weeks episode from East Coast FM as Max chats to people on the street about what they think regarding EVs, and tell us their concerns. He then heads off to local business and meets Dave Lynch of Windsor Bray to talk about his range[...]

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June 29, 2023

TITLE: East Coast FM – Weekly Tips 2 – Preventing Environmental Damage

  This week, East Coast FM looked at combatting Environmental Damage   Did you know…

  • Environmental Damage negatively impacts quality of life for humans and wildlife
  • Environmental Damage to waterways is a leading[...]

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June 29, 2023

TITLE: East Coast FM – Weekly Episode 2 – The Curiosity Container

Listen back to Max Kane as he visits the Curiosity Cube, a retro fitted shipping container that has been transformed into a science lab on it's stop in Arklow.   For more in this series listen to East Coast FM every Thursday at 8pm.[...]

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June 22, 2023

TITLE: East Coast FM – Weekly Tip Sheet 1 – Solar Panels

    This week, East Coast FM looked at Solar Panels   Did you know…

  • Solar panels absorb the sun’s rays to generate electricity
  • Solar panels are environmentally friendly and don’t release greenhouse gasses
  Why[...]

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June 16, 2023

TITLE: East Coast FM – Weekly Episode 1 – Solar Power for small businesses in Wicklow

Listen in to East Coast's Max Kane investigate the power of solar panels, get the views of Wicklow people on how interested they are in installing panels and hear why local brewery Wicklow Wolf decided to install solar panels at their site in Newtownmountkennedy. For more in this series listen in[...]

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June 12, 2023

TITLE: East Coast FM – Episode 1 – The Panel

Join Declan Meehan as he presents the first programme in the 'Ours to Protect' series. Listen to the voices of people from across Wicklow and hear the panel discuss what is being done in Wicklow to combat climate change and how people are being affected by it locally[...]

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