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We are a network of environmental NGOs that work individually and jointly to protect the environment.

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Irish Environmental Network @irishenvnet.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
It’s SDG Week! The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) are a collection of 17 global goals set by the UN in 2015 as a universal call to action to end poverty, protect the planet & ensure peace & prosperity for all by 2030. Find out more about the SDGs at coalition2030.ie @coalition2030.bsky.social
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Coalition 2030 - Intergenerational-mindedness
70+ Irish organizations collaborating for domestic and global SDG achievement through multisectoral engagement and collective action.
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Irish Environmental Network @irishenvnet.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
Fantastic speakers, a great agenda, meaningful discussion & so much to take away at the Restoring Nature for the Benefit of All, an Associated Event of the Irish EU Presidency organised by the Irish Environmental Network with the European Environmental Bureau (EEB), Birdlife EU, WWF EU & ClientEarth
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Irish Environmental Network @irishenvnet.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
🌿 Have Your Voice Heard! 🌿 Westmeath PPN is seeking nominations for 2 Environmental Representative roles: ✅ Local Community Development Committee (LCDC) ✅ Westmeath Community Development (WCD) Nomination forms below
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PPN Representative to Local Community Development Committee LCDC | Westmeath PPN
Westmeath PPN is inviting nominations from member groups in the Environmental Pillar to fill a role on the LCDC. Through representation on local committees, ...
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Irish Environmental Network @irishenvnet.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
Ireland & Europe stand at the cusp of a new era for nature. The EU Nature Restoration Regulation is a unique, once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to make a difference for nature & turn the tide on biodiversity depletion across Europe, a major event in Dublin will hear on Wed 16 www.ien.ie/restore-natu...
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Restore Nature Event: Bringing back nature to benefit all - Irish Environmental Network
Ireland and Europe stand at the cusp of a new era for nature New poll shows strong public support for Government action and funding:  The EU Nature Restoration Regulation is a unique, once-in-a-lifeti...
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Irish Environmental Network @irishenvnet.bsky.social · 14/09/2026
PEACEPLUS CORE project launched to strengthen cross-border environmental cooperation www.ien.ie/peaceplus-co...
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PEACEPLUS CORE project launched to strengthen cross-border environmental cooperation - Irish Environmental Network
Left to right in the photo are: Karen Ciesielski, CEO of Irish Environmental Network; Liam Caffrey, Department of Rural and Community Development and the Gaeltacht; Gina McIntyre, CEO of SEUPB; John ...
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Irish Environmental Network @irishenvnet.bsky.social · 02/09/2026
“The only way to minimise harm is to cut emissions now... not to delay action with speculative techno-fixes”. The UN's Environment Programme has said that a rise in global temperatures of 1.5C will be surpassed www.rte.ie/news/2026/09...
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World must navigate 'reality' of 1.5C overshoot, says UN
The UN said a rise in global temperatures of 1.5C will be surpassed and that the challenge has now "shifted from avoiding overshoot to navigating it".
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Irish Environmental Network @irishenvnet.bsky.social · 27/08/2026
This September discover events, resources, training, job opportunities & more in our newsletter. Subscribe now to get updates straight to your inbox on the 1st of each month. Sign up here: lp.constantcontactpages.com/su/2WG0qeJ
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Irish Environmental Network @irishenvnet.bsky.social · 26/08/2026
Heatwaves, drought & wildfires killing people & devastating nature across Europe Over €50bn added to our energy bill in the latest crisis 198 organisations & businesses are asking Europe to turn this crisis into a turning point. This has to be our last fossil fuel crisis www.ien.ie/open-letter-...
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Irish Environmental Network @irishenvnet.bsky.social · 20/08/2026
@irishenvnet.bsky.social, in partnership with the Northern Ireland Environmental Link, will launch our PEACEPLUS funded CORE Project – Cross-border Opportunities for a Resilient Environment. Friday 11th Sept 2026 Carlingford, Co. Louth More info & to register for launch: www.ien.ie/our-work/cro...
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Cross-border Opportunities for a Resilient Environment (CORE) Project - Irish Environmental Network
Welcome to CORE – Cross-border Opportunities for a Resilient Environment.   The CORE project is supported by PEACEPLUS, a programme managed by the Special EU Programmes Body (SEUPB).  The island of Ir...
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Irish Environmental Network @irishenvnet.bsky.social · 20/08/2026
Exciting opportunities to contribute to the ambitious all-island environmental CHANGE project led by Northern Ireland Environment Link (NIEL) in partnership with the @irishenvnet.bsky.social. NIEL currently has four Requests for Quotes www.ien.ie/change-proje...
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CHANGE Project – Invitation to Tender - Irish Environmental Network
Northern Ireland Environment Link (NIEL), in partnership with the Irish Environmental Network (IEN), invites you to tender for key aspects of the Collaborative Horizons for All-Island Nature and Gover...
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Irish Environmental Network @irishenvnet.bsky.social · 31/07/2026
This August discover events, resources, training, job opportunities and more in our newsletter. Subscribe now to get updates straight to your inbox on the 1st of each month. Sign up here: lp.constantcontactpages.com/su/2WG0qeJ
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Irish Environmental Network @irishenvnet.bsky.social · 24/07/2026
Listen back to EEB's Faustine Bas-Defossez on Today with David McCullough www.rte.ie/radio/radio1... ahead of the informal meeting of Environment Ministers taking place in Dublin. It’s time to turn the tide on the deregulation wave that is dismantling the rules that protect nature, climate & health
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Keeping businesses competitive while balancing climate targets
Faustine Bas- Defossez- policy director, European Environmental Bureau
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Irish Environmental Network @irishenvnet.bsky.social · 21/07/2026
European environmental organisations warn ministers meeting in Dublin to resist deregulation and drive decarbonisation www.ien.ie/european-env...
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European environmental organisations warn ministers meeting in Dublin to resist deregulation and drive decarbonisation  - Irish Environmental Network
Policy Director and Sec Gen of the EEB will attend the Informal meeting of Environment and Climate Ministers in Dublin Castle this Thursday and Friday As EU environment ministers head to Dublin for a ...
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Irish Environmental Network @irishenvnet.bsky.social · 13/07/2026
The IEN has two requests for quotes for its PEACEPLUS Cross-border Opportunities for a Resilient Environment (CORE) Project: • Capacity Building, Leadership and Governance training for the CORE Project • Communications Support (PR, Marketing & Branding) CORE Project www.ien.ie/about/latest...
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Irish Environmental Network @irishenvnet.bsky.social · 13/07/2026
‘On A Platter’ by Michael Jones is the winning image in this year's Biodiversity Photographer of the Year competition. Described by the judges as a great capture of Swallow hunting in a bountiful Meadow, it’s clean, sharp, it’s colourful and represents our natural biodiversity on multiple levels.
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Irish Environmental Network @irishenvnet.bsky.social · 08/07/2026
Great news! The publication of the Heads of the Maritime Area Planning (Marine Protected Areas) (Amendment) Bill Bill, agreed by the Government this week, is a vital first step in protecting our seas and oceans
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Irish Environmental Network @irishenvnet.bsky.social · 05/06/2026
The Earth is already speaking to us—through record-breaking temperatures, more intense wildfires, extreme storms and glaciers disappearing before our eyes. #WorldEnvironmentDay 2026 reminds us that we still have time to change course.
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Brian Gormley D7 @bgormley.bsky.social · 05/06/2026
I enjoyed working on this webinar with Pat Brereton and the GFI team. Thanks to @ciarancuffe.bsky.social @lnbdublin.bsky.social @oisinc.bsky.social and @irishenvnet.bsky.social for their participation. It's going to be an interesting 6 months! #SpeirGorm
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Coastwatch @coastwatch-ire.bsky.social · 29/05/2026
Launch of Coastwatch bleach warning poster case on the Spirit of Shackleton with Enda O'Cioneen, Peter Scallan and coastwatchers Elise Merckel left, Karin Dubsky and Milena Kotzev. @fairseas.ie @irishenvnet.bsky.social @irishwildlifetrust.bsky.social @swanireland.ie @tcddublin.bsky.social
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Irish Wildlife Trust @irishwildlifetrust.bsky.social · 03/06/2026
Our Marine Advocacy Officer Grace Carr at the @fairseas.ie #OceanWeek conference @irishenvnet.bsky.social
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Irish Environmental Network @irishenvnet.bsky.social · 24/05/2026
Thank you to all the groups who organised and hosted events for Biodiversity Week 2026! It was a spectacular 10 days with over 400 events nationwide. Our thanks to members of the Irish Environmental Network, Local Authority Biodiversity Officers, NPWS Rangers, local environmental networks,
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Irish Environmental Network @irishenvnet.bsky.social · 23/05/2026
Today we celebrate fish migration and free flowing rivers! Join us in celebration at one of the many events this weekend with a focus on rivers. Find one near you here: biodiversityweek.ie/events/list/... #BiodiversityWeek20206 #WorldFishMigrationDay
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Irish Environmental Network @irishenvnet.bsky.social · 22/05/2026
The final weekend of Biodiversity Week is almost here! There's still plenty of time to make it to an event near you. With workshops, guided walks, tours, exhibitions, family events and so much more! Choose an event for you this weekend! biodiversityweek.ie/events/ #BiodiversityWeek2026
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Irish Environmental Network @irishenvnet.bsky.social · 22/05/2026
Today is International Day for Biological Conservation. We’re losing biodiversity – plants, animals, invertebrates and their habitats – at an unprecedented rate. This year’s theme “Acting locally for global impact is a reminder for us all to take action to protect & enhance our natural environment.
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Irish Environmental Network @irishenvnet.bsky.social · 22/05/2026
Great to launch the PEACEPLUS CHANGE project to strengthen cross-border environmental cooperation with our colleagues in NIEL. It brings together environmental NGOs, public bodies & researchers to better understand shared environmental challenges www.ien.ie/peaceplus-ch...
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Irish Environmental Network @irishenvnet.bsky.social · 22/05/2026
Despite our technological advances we're completely dependent on healthy and vibrant ecosystems for our water, food, medicines, clothes, fuel, shelter, energy and more. What would Ireland look like with healthy ecosystems? Find out: biodiversityweek.ie/events/ #BiodiversityWeek2026 #BiodiversityDay
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Irish Environmental Network @irishenvnet.bsky.social · 21/05/2026
Join CELT this evening to learn about Developing a Community Woodland Management Plan. Friday brings a talk on Rewildling with Pádraic Fogarty. The weekend finishes up with a wonderful Dusk Chorus & Bat Walk on Sunday! More info here: www.celtnet.org/community-ev... #BiodiversityWeek2026
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Irish Environmental Network @irishenvnet.bsky.social · 21/05/2026
This Saturday join Irish Whale and Dolphin Group at one of 18 sites around the coast for Whale Watch Ireland 2026! We're expecting calm seas and clear skies! No booking required, see full info on meeting locations here: iwdg.ie/whale-watch-... #BiodiversityWeek2026
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Irish Environmental Network @irishenvnet.bsky.social · 21/05/2026
Join GAP in GLAS @ TU Dublin community garden to learn more about gardening for biodiversity! Friday 22nd at 3pm. Register now: biodiversityweek.ie/event/commun... #BiodiversityWeek2026
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Community gardens for biodiversity - Blanchardstown - National Biodiversity Week
Join us in GLAS @ TU Dublin community garden to learn more about gardening for biodiversity! GLAS @ TU Dublin supports people and nature to flourish, and to grow community,...
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Irish Environmental Network @irishenvnet.bsky.social · 20/05/2026
Marshes, fens, bogs, swamps. Once disregarded as wastelands our wetlands are places of great beauty and wildness. These unique habitats hold a great diversity of plants and animals. See their wild beauty yourself at a free event this week! biodiversityweek.ie/events/list/... #BiodiversityWeek2026
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Irish Environmental Network @irishenvnet.bsky.social · 20/05/2026
Don't miss this day of all things hedgerows in Carlow this Friday! Including hedge habitat zones, how to enhance biodiversity on the farm, the Hedgerow Appraisal System, ash dieback, and discussion and field trips to hedgerows and other wooded land. Register now: biodiversityweek.ie/event/an-int...
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Hedge Habitat Zones in a farmed landscape featuring ‘An Introduction to the Hedgerow Appraisal System' - National Biodiversity Week
An event celebrating International Day of Biological Diversity, co-hosted by Teagasc and Woodlands of Ireland. Join us on May 22nd, International Day for Biological Diversity, during National Biodiver...
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Irish Environmental Network @irishenvnet.bsky.social · 20/05/2026
Today is World Bee Day! Learn all about bees at events across the country! Find one here: biodiversityweek.ie/events/list/... #BiodiversityWeek2026 @npwsireland.bsky.social
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Irish Environmental Network @irishenvnet.bsky.social · 19/05/2026
We're looking for images that feature Ireland's marine life! From cold coral reefs to rockpools and cliffs there is so much to be seen. We can't wait to see what you find this year for the Ocean Category with @fairseas.ie. Full info: biodiversityweek.ie/photo-compet... #BiodiversityWeek2026
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Irish Environmental Network @irishenvnet.bsky.social · 19/05/2026
Come visit OURganic Gardens Farm, Co. Donegal, for a Biodiversity Walk this Friday! OURganic Gardens is an outdoor educational garden focused on Food Growing, Re-connection and Permaculture Design. www.eventbrite.ie/e/ourganic-g... @talamhbeo.bsky.social #BiodiversityWeek2026
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OURganic Gardens Farm Biodiversity Walk Co Donegal 2026
OURganic Gardens is an outdoor educational garden focused on Food Growing, Re-connection and Permaculture Design
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Caroline O'Doherty @codohertynews.bsky.social · 18/05/2026
It's National Biodiversity Week - biodiversityweek.ie well worth looking at to be heartened at all that's going on around the country - even if you can't get to anything @irishenvnet.bsky.social www.irishtimes.com/environment/...
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National Biodiversity Week offers 300 events outside, online and in armchairs
The annual focus on nature has workshops, talks, walks and exhibitions taking place across the country
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Irish Environmental Network @irishenvnet.bsky.social · 18/05/2026
Bioblitzes are a fun way to discover what lives near you while also finding out more about the habitats needed for different species and how to protect or create them! Join one this week, search our category 'bioblitz' biodiversityweek.ie/events/ #BiodiversityWeek2026
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Irish Environmental Network @irishenvnet.bsky.social · 16/05/2026
Here's what's on in Mayo for Biodiversity Week! Find these events and more here: biodiversityweek.ie/events/ #BiodiversityWeek2026
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Irish Environmental Network @irishenvnet.bsky.social · 15/05/2026
There’s lots of great stuff for children to do during #biodiversityweek2026, everything from bug hunts to nature walks & art workshops. Inspire the next generation to love & protect nature Choose the hedgerows category on www.biodiversityweek.ie for more @npwsireland.bsky.social @heritagecouncil.ie
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Irish Environmental Network @irishenvnet.bsky.social · 15/05/2026
Butterflies & moths are crucial to biodiversity. They are essential pollinators for native plants & a source of food for birds, bats & other wildlife. Find out more about these wonderful creatures during #biodiversityweek2026 at www.biodiversityweek.ie @npwsireland.bsky.social @heritagecouncil.ie
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Irish Environmental Network @irishenvnet.bsky.social · 15/05/2026
Fantastic events in Waterford this Biodiversity Week! biodiversityweek.ie/events/ #BiodiversityWeek2026
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Irish Environmental Network @irishenvnet.bsky.social · 15/05/2026
Here's what's on in Sligo this Biodiversity Week! biodiversityweek.ie/events/ #BiodiversityWeek2026
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Irish Environmental Network @irishenvnet.bsky.social · 15/05/2026
Have a look at what's on in Westmeath for Biodiversity Week! biodiversityweek.ie/events/ #BiodiversityWeek2026
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Irish Environmental Network @irishenvnet.bsky.social · 14/05/2026
Events begin Friday 15th May! Don't miss out on walks and workshops, tours, exhibitions and lots more! Discover something new near you and learn how to take action to protect wildlife and create thriving habitats. Register for an event today: biodiversityweek.ie/events/ #BiodiversityWeek2026
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Irish Environmental Network @irishenvnet.bsky.social · 14/05/2026
Want to find out how to improve biodiversity in your garden and create a habitat for wildlife? Check out the ‘garden’ category in the events section of www.biodiversityweek.ie @npwsireland.bsky.social @heritagecouncil.ie #BiodiversityWeek2026 #nature
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Irish Environmental Network @irishenvnet.bsky.social · 14/05/2026
Join a free event in Wexford for Biodiversity Week! biodiversityweek.ie/events/ #BiodiversityWeek2026
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Irish Environmental Network @irishenvnet.bsky.social · 14/05/2026
Register now for one of these amazing events in Clare for Biodiversity Week! biodiversityweek.ie/events/ #BiodiversityWeek2026
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Irish Environmental Network @irishenvnet.bsky.social · 14/05/2026
Have a look at the wonderful events on in Cork for Biodiversity Week! biodiversityweek.ie/events/ #BiodiversityWeek2026
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Irish Environmental Network @irishenvnet.bsky.social · 14/05/2026
Great events on in Roscommon this weekend for Biodiversity Week! biodiversityweek.ie/events/ #BiodiversityWeek2026
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Irish Environmental Network @irishenvnet.bsky.social · 14/05/2026
Join an amazing free event in Limerick for Biodiversity Week! biodiversityweek.ie/events/ #BiodiversityWeek2026
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Irish Environmental Network @irishenvnet.bsky.social · 14/05/2026
Hedgerows are biodiversity corridors across the Irish landscape providing food and shelter for insects, birds and other animals. Learn more about hedgerows during #Biodiversityweek2026 at www.biodiversityweek.ie @npwsireland.bsky.social @heritagecouncil.ie #BiodiversityWeek2026 #nature
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