In 2016, Galway City Council was awarded the designation of European Green Leaf City 2017 by the European Commission.
Galway, Ireland
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Galway City Council has published a final report on the city’s European Green Leaf designation by the European Commission, encompassing a wealth of activity which took place in the city throughout 2017 and 2018.
The report can be viewed at: bit.ly/31JszqN
Check out these fantastic 'Biodiversity Walks', which were developed as part of the legacy of Galway’s European Green Leaf designation in 2017.
4 fantastic ‘Biodiversity Walks’, developed by @BirdWatchIE & Galway City Council, were launched this week by Mayor Mike Cubbard.
The routes feature a wealth of birds, plants, animals, places of interest & natural features to be found in Galway City.
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Great to see the #sustainability credentials in Galway's meetings, incentives, conferences and exhibitions sector being recognised, as Galway moves up 5 places to 15th on the @GDS_Index for 2019.
Great news! Galway has moved up 5 places to 15th in the world @GDS_Index designed to help business event planners choose destinations with top sustainability credentials. Application led by @MeetinGalway & supported by @Failte_Ireland #Sustainability
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Become a Climate Ambassador!
@AnTaisce are offering a fantastic opportunity to become a climate leader in your school, campus or community and to promote positive climate actions in a local context.
For details see: climateambassador.ie/
October is national re-use month. By investing in a reusable cup, you are saving on resources and reducing waste.
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The Local Agenda 21 Environmental Partnership Fund 2019 is now open. If you have a project or initiative that could increase local levels of environmental awareness or make your community more sustainable, apply through @GalwayCityCo by September 27 at: bit.ly/2KPZ8fZ
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Over the course of the summer, An Taisce carried out a litter survey of beaches, harbours, rivers and their immediate environs on behalf of Irish Business Against Litter (IBAL). Once again Salthill emerged as one of the cleanest beaches in the country.
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Thanks to those who attended the Galway City Council Climate Adaptation Strategy Information Event last week. A further Public information event will be held in Engineering (Alice Perry) Building NUIG on Wednesday 14th August from 3pm - 6pm to discuss the strategy. All welcome.
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Bulky Goods Waste Disposal Event for householders living in Galway City.
🗓️ Saturday, 17th August
📍 Ballybrit Racecourse, (Parkmore Entrance)
⏰ 8.15 am – 1 pm* (Service finishes when maximum capacity reached)
€5 Admission
For important details see: bit.ly/2YX6LcF
Best of luck to Galway City’s nominees in the IPB Pride of Place Awards tonight! @saoltagroup @anmheithealrothar @IrishWheelchair @guharts
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Can you make something magical out of something old? Make a Christmas decoration out of recycled materials (cardboard, bottles, cartons etc) to be in with a chance to win! Open to schools & adults living in Galway City. Rules & Entry form tinyurl.com/ydb53vdf #ReuseEveryday
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@GalwayCityCo & @AnMheithealRothar are delighted to launch a pilot bike recycling scheme. Starting in Nov 2018, anyone bringing a bike to Liosbaun Civic Amenity Site will have the option to donate the bike for repair/ recovery by AnMheithealRothar #ReuseEveryday #circulareconomy
Can you turn something old, into something magical? 🎄Christmas Decoration Competition 2018 - Open to primary & secondary schools, and adults living in Galway City!
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Starting this week - complete 4 workshops, get €30 voucher to start your own repair kit! Part of #ReuseMonth, supported by @GalwayCityCo #Reuseeveryday @CRNIreland #SewLastSeason
Did you make a #ReusableMug with Maguires Mugs at #LovingGalway? Collect your mug on Saturday 20th October, 11.00am-1.00pm, @Westsidelibrary, Seamus Quirke Road #ReuseMonth @CRNIreland #ReuseEveryday @GCCNInfo @galwayoyster
Environment Primary School Calendar 2018 - Deadline 19th October 2018.
Design a poster for our litter awareness campaign and play your part in keeping Galway Litter Free! @GalwayCityCo @GreenSchoolsIre
Are you frustrated about the lack of action on climate change? Do you believe we could & should be doing more? Are you willing to do more?
@CoolPlanetExp want to hear from you! Now recruiting Climate Champions, see cpe.cool/pages/champions-app…
Remember when Halloween was all about masks made from cornflakes boxes, and painted black sacks? Go back to the good old days, with the SEW SCARY Halloween Costume Competition, as part of #ReuseMonth2018 Deadline Mon 22nd October 2018. More info [email protected] @CRNI
