Classic Hits – August Part 2 – Energy Conservation
Ours to Protect on Ireland’s Classic Hits Radio In this episode we’re looking at energy conservation, and we’ll be chatting with John McCarthy from the carbon neutral Falls Hotel in Ennistymon in Co. Clare. For more on energy conservation check out www.classichits.ie
Clare FM – September Episode 1 – Carbon Eddy Covariance Towers
Teagasc, the Agriculture and Food Development Authority, is the national body providing integrated research, advisory and training services to the agriculture and food industry and rural communities. In 2021, the Department of Agriculture, Food, and the Marine funded the National Agricultural Soil Carbon Observatory (NASCO). An infrastructure of 28 Eddy Covariance Flux Towers has being […]
Clare FM – July Broadcast Part 1 – Bird Populations
Welcome to another episode of Ours To Protect on Clare FM. Nearly half of all bird species in Ireland have been found to be in decline, with many populations severely depleted. One in eight bird species globally is currently threatened with extinction. These figures paint a stark and most concerning picture of the future of […]
Clare FM – June Broadcast 2 – Blue Flag Beaches
Welcome to Ours To Protect on Clare FM. In this episode, we’ll be discussing the importance of maintaining good water quality at our beaches and seaside areas. The Blue Flag is one of the world’s most respected environmental accolades, awarded to thousands of beaches, marinas, and sustainable boating operators globally. In Ireland, it is administered […]
Clare FM – May Broadcast Part 1 – Biodiversity Week
In this episode, we’ll be discussing National Biodiversity Week which gets underway today (May 16th). This special national event is all about connecting us with nature, communicating the importance of biodiversity and providing motivation to play out part in protecting it. It’s also about entertainment and finding fun and wonder outdoors with ten days of […]
Clare FM – Weekly Episode 42 – The National Parks and Wildlife Service
The National Parks and Wildlife Service has a very broad brief that includes responsibilities around the management, maintenance and development of State-owned National Parks and Nature Reserves. The service also promotes awareness of natural heritage and biodiversity issues through education, outreach to schools and engaging with stakeholders. Pat Flynn visited the Burren National Park in Clare […]
Clare FM – Weekly Episode 41 – Biodiversity at Bunratty
Bunratty Castle and Folk Park is one of Ireland’s most popular tourist attractions. While many of the buildings in the Folk Park are historically accurate reconstructions, there is one stunning building which is authentic in every way. Built in the very early 1800s, Bunratty House now forms an integral part of the visitor attraction. The […]
Clare FM – Weekly Episode 40 – Inis Cealtra
Welcome to Ours To Protect on Clare FM. The Inis Cealtra Visitor Experience is a landmark tourism project currently being developed on the banks of Lough Derg in East Clare. A former rectory, almost 120 years old, is being transformed into a mainland visitor centre, interpreting the monastic site of Holy Island. A highly-skilled multi-disciplinary […]
Clare FM – Weekly Episode 39 – Ennis CBS Goes Solar
Welcome to Ours To Protect on Clare FM. A primary school in Co Clare has become the first in Ireland to produce all its electricity using solar power. Pat Flynn visited CBS primary school in Ennis to speak with principal Dara Glynn.
Clare FM – Weekly Episode 38 – Local Authority Waters Programme Pt. 2
Welcome to another episode of Ours To Protect. Last week we heard about the Local Authority Waters Programme or LAWPRO and the work they’re doing to identify the issues affecting water quality in every county in Ireland. Community engagement is the cornerstone of this approach to combine local and expert knowledge for a better understanding […]
