by Lugh@climateconnected | Dec 13, 2024 | biodiversity, Case Studies, food
In the heart of Galway’s Westside, a diverse urban community has turned underutilized land into a flourishing hub for biodiversity, sustainability, and social connection. Established in 2011, this volunteer-led initiative empowers residents to grow local food, foster...
by Lugh@climateconnected | Dec 13, 2024 | Case Studies
Discover Coill Chormaic, a standout cooperative forestry project inspired by the legacy of Cormac ó Braonáin, a passionate advocate for nature. This initiative brings together family, friends, and neighbors to establish a deciduous forest that promotes biodiversity...
by Lugh@climateconnected | Nov 26, 2024 | Personal Stories
I set up a 2.5 acre sustainable market garden. What started off as hobby gardening is now scaled up to about 2.5 acres in producing fruit and vegetables. I wondered if it was possible to produce food in a sustainable way, both environmentally and financially, and as...
by Lugh@climateconnected | Oct 11, 2024 | Food, Personal Stories, Recycling, Shopping, Waste
I Upgraded to reusable water bottles and tea cups, and started buying second hand clothes. Location Sligo Name Avril Impact: Over it’s typical lifetime a re-useable coffee cup saves approximately 10kg of CO2 equivalent. What inspired you to do this? Further...
by Lugh@climateconnected | Oct 3, 2024 | In Ireland Travel, Personal Stories
“Just do a re-think of your habits. Don’t be a slave to inertia” Location Ballyboden, Dublin Name Joe oB Useful Links Bike to work scheme: LINK Cycling Information Sheets: LINK Impact: Joe saves 229kg CO2 emissions and about €900 per year. His bike...
