Philip Bromwell

Artists Richard Healy and Frank Corry take in the view at the 'Suí' art project installation in Glendalough, Co Wicklow

'Take a moment': Art project expands in national parks

If you need an excuse to blow away the Christmas cobwebs, a new public art project is encouraging people to 'take a little time out' in Ireland's six national parks.

Ireland • 29 Dec 22

Patrick and Kathie Davey are stalwart supporters of the student climate strikes which take place across the world every Friday

'It's crazy not to act': Meet the protesting pensioners

Throughout the year, we have brought you the stories of Ireland's 'Climate Heroes' - people from all walks of life who are stepping up to tackle climate change, protect the environment and halt biodiversity loss.

Climate Heroes • 17 Dec 22

Donnacha Lehehan is calling for greater protection for children online

Ireland should take lead on internet safety, says teen

A 16-year-old from north Co Dublin will tell the Taoiseach later today that Ireland needs to take a lead on protecting children online.

Regional • 23 Nov 22

The roof of the early medieval roundhouse reconstruction at UCD has been thatched in oaten straw.

Medieval roundhouse build nears completion at UCD

A reconstruction of an early medieval roundhouse is nearing completion on the grounds of University College Dublin (UCD).

Ireland • 16 Nov 22

Earth Prize was created by The Earth Foundation (stock image)

Irish students urged to submit entries for Earth Prize

Pupils from schools across Ireland are being encouraged to take part in a €200,000 sustainability competition.

Ireland • 14 Nov 22

Irish hip-hop artist The Accidental Rapper uses music to tackle society's biggest issues

Activist uses hip-hop and rap to convey climate message

For as long as people have been writing songs, music has been used to tackle society's biggest issues.

Climate Change • 11 Nov 22

Dr Colin Kelleher inspects seed which is being processed for the National Seed Bank.

Banking on seeds to safeguard Ireland's biodiversity

A quiet corner of the National Botanic Gardens on a mild autumnal morning isn't the first place you might expect to hear the word 'doomsday' crop up in conversation.

Climate Heroes • 05 Nov 22