WLR – Weekly Episode 31 – The Deposit Return Scheme
Described as a circular economy initiative a new Deposit Return Scheme will be launched in Waterford on February 1st. It will see a refundable deposit or levy added to certain plastic, steel, and aluminium drinks containers. Reporter Clodagh Walsh has been finding out all about it… For more in this series listen in to WLR […]
WLR – Weekly Tips 30 – RENEW Enterprises
Renew Enterprises, focusing on repurposing bikes, paints, and wood, is comprehensive and sustainable initiative. Here are some tips on how to recycle and repurpose these items effectively: Repurposing Bikes: Encourage community members to bring their bikes for repairs, and teach basic maintenance skills. Bike Art Projects: Collaborate with local artists or schools for […]
WLR – Weekly Episode 30 – RENEW Enterprises
Renew Enterprises is the place to go if you’re looking for anything from bikes, woodwork, kindling, paint recycling and much more. Reporter Clodagh Walsh hears how this social enterprise project in the heart of Waterford is not alone providing employment and retraining but playing its part in the circular economy. For more in this series […]
WLR – Weekly Tips 29 – Christmas Tree Recycling
Recycling Christmas trees is a great way to give them a second life and contribute to environmental sustainability. Here are some tips on how to recycle Christmas trees: Check Local Recycling: Many communities have Christmas tree recycling programmes. Check with your local waste management or to find out if they offer pickup or drop-off locations. […]
WLR – Weekly Episode 29 – Christmas Tree Recycling
As we near the end of the 12 days of Christmas it’s time to think about re cycling your natural Christmas trees. We have great advice from Waterford City and County Council. We hear from the Tramore Eco Group who have a fun way of recycling the trees where you get to help their work […]
WLR – Weekly Episode 28 – Tramore Sand Dune Erosion
Reporter Clodagh Walsh joins the Tramore Eco Group for a Restoration Ecology Workshop. She hears about the work they are doing to protect the sand dunes in the seaside town. For more in this series listen in to WLR every Wednesday at 11.30am.
WLR – Weekly Episode 27 – Food Waste at Christmas
On average Irish households throw away €700 worth of food each year. At Christmas that number increases with 1.8 million kilos of food expected to be thrown out in Ireland over the festive period. Reporter Clodagh Walsh has some hints and tips to help you have a more sustainable Christmas when it comes to shopping […]
WLR – Weekly Episode 25 – COP
The United Nations’ crucial climate change conference gets under way this week in Dubai. Reporter Clodagh Walsh spoke to lecturer in Health related Social and Environmental Sciences at SETU, Elaine Mullan to find out exactly what COP 28 is and why it’s so important.
WLR – Weekly Tips 24 – From the Student Climate Conference in Waterford
Worried about Climate Change – here’s a few things you can try: Stay Informed: Educate yourself about climate change. Understand the science behind it, its causes, and its impacts. Stay updated on the latest developments and research in the field. Reduce Your Carbon Footprint: Make conscious choices to reduce your carbon footprint. This includes […]
WLR – Weekly Episode 24 – A Student Climate Conference in Waterford
The first ever Students Climate Conference took place in The Large Room in Waterford city hall recently. TY Students from across Waterford city and county had a chance to have their say about the Council’s proposed Climate Action Plan. Reporter Clodagh Walsh was there.
