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Tuesday, July 11, 2023Dublin Airport Cuts Vehicle Emissions By 90% After Swapping Diesel for Vegetable Oil
Dublin Airport has achieved a 90% reduction in carbon emissions from its airside vehicles by switching from diesel to Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil (HVO). HVO is now being used to power a total of 101 vehicles - 46% of the airside fleet at Dublin Airport – which will save 400 tonnes of carbon emissions per annum. The switch follows the roll-out of a successful trial in April and May this year, involving 12 vehicles, which led to a 90% reduction in carbon emissions compared to the use of diesel. HVO is a
Wednesday, June 21, 2023Council and Chamber working to strengthen links with Washington State
Fingal County Council and Fingal Chamber intend to strengthen relationships established during a recent business trip to create economic, educational and tourism opportunities between Fingal and Washington State. Following a visit by a delegation from Seattle delegation to Ireland in 2019, a leadership delegation, made up of representatives from Fingal County Council, Fingal Chamber, Dublin City University, and Technological University Dublin, visited North West America recently and held a series of
Friday, May 19, 2023daa Incentivises Airlines To Reduce CO2 Emissions With New Sustainability Measures
daa has announced proposals for new sustainability measures to incentivise airlines to operate lower CO₂ emission aircraft at Dublin Airport. Under the new proposed incentive scheme, a low emissions discount will apply to Dublin Airport’s ultra-low cost aeronautical charges, the lowest of any capital city airport in Europe and the airport operator, daa, will charge airlines who fly high emission aircraft more. daa will shortly commence consultation with airlines on the next phase of its
Tuesday, May 09, 2023Chambers Ireland welcomes the proposal for a national Industrial Strategy for Offshore Wind
Speaking today (9 May 2023) after the announcement of plans to develop a National Industrial Strategy for Offshore Wind, Ian Talbot, Chief Executive of Chambers Ireland, commented: “We welcome the Government’s prioritisation of the economic opportunities that can be derived from Ireland’s offshore wind potential. Given our extensive Exclusive Economic Area, our sea territory offers us access to enormous volumes of renewable energy potential. An Industrial Strategy is a welcome step to maximising this
Wednesday, May 03, 2023Retrofitting for a Greener Home
With World Earth Day around the corner and the increasing awareness around sustainability in our homes and businesses, Rachel Nangle looks at the options available to residential and commercial property owners in Ireland, in particular, looking at the options available to allow for a greener home without the need to apply for planning permission. The Government of Ireland’s Climate Action Plan includes a retrofit programme aiming to reduce greenhouse emissions from the residential sector by a rate of 50%
Thursday, February 09, 2023NTA Award €17.11m Funding to Fingal Active Travel Projects
Fingal County Council has welcomed the announcement by the Department of Transport, of €17.11m in funding, which has been granted to 52 Active Travel projects across Fingal. The Minister for Transport Eamon Ryan has confirmed that the National Transport Authority (NTA) has allocated these funds as part of an overall €290 million to be spent on 1,200 on walking and cycling infrastructure projects across Ireland this year. Projects to receive funding in Fingal include Safer Routes to School spread across
Wednesday, January 18, 2023Fingal Moves Forward on Climate Change Actions
Fingal County Council last night presented its third annual progress report on the Climate Change Action Plan to Fingal Councillors. The Plan sets out four key targets and 133 actions that the Council will undertake in the areas of energy & buildings, transport, flood resilience, nature-based solutions and resource management. All departments of Fingal County Council are responsible for the successful rollout of actions within the Climate Change Action Plan. The Climate Change Action Plan 2019-2024 (CCAP)
Wednesday, December 21, 2022Chambers Ireland strongly supports the increased ambition of the Climate Action Plan 2023
Chambers Ireland strongly supports the increased ambition of the Climate Action Plan 2023 Speaking today 21after the release of the Climate Action Plan 2023, Ian Talbot, Chambers Ireland’s Chief Executive said: “Putting our Climate Action Plan on a statutory footing is an important move by government, and the fixing of legally binding targets for individual departments is another essential move. “Chambers Ireland are strong supporters of the Sustainable Development Goals, and Climate Action is one that
Tuesday, November 22, 2022Insight SFI Research Centre for Data Analytics, Dublin City University
The Insight SFI Research Centre for Data Analytics is one of the largest data analytics centres in Europe. We are located in a number of the top ranking Irish universities includingDublin City University. Our aim is to help individuals and organisations derive value from data by enabling better decision-making. We offer a national innovation ecosystem to advance Ireland's digital transformation, enabling businesses to make better all-round decisions, backed by data. All of our research is informed by our
Thursday, July 28, 2022Chambers Ireland Launches Budget 2023 Submission
There are three principal areas which Chambers Ireland has identified the government to focus on:HousingSkills & TalentEnergy Speaking at the launch of their Submission for Budget 2023, Chambers Ireland Chief Executive, Ian Talbot, said “For our members there are three interlocking struggles which businesses in Ireland are facing: Housing, talent, and energy dominate the conversations of businesses throughout the county. “Many of the problems we are experiencing arose from the decade of underinvestment
Tuesday, July 12, 2022Crowne Plaza Dublin Airport achieves Sustainable Travel Ireland Membership
Crowne Plaza Dublin Airport are pleased to announce the publication of their first ever Sustainability Policy, which is the result of weeks of hard work by the in-house Sustainability Team. With the publication of the Sustainability Policy, the Hotel and Conference Centre has now achieved membership with Sustainable Travel Ireland, who are Ireland's leading sustainability training and certification organisation. The Sustainability Policy outlines a commitment for Crowne Plaza Dublin Airport to change
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Monday, March 07, 2022150 new solar powered compactable smart bins to be installed across Fingal
More solar bins will be installed around the streets of Swords, Balbriggan, Castleknock and Mulhuddart after Fingal County Council confirmed it had ordered 150 of the compactable smart bins to help keep the towns litter free and drive down carbon emissions. An initial order of 100 bins will be installed by April, with the remaining 50 bins to be installed by the end of summer. The bins will be situated in areas with high footfall, such as towns and coastal areas. Area Inspectors will identify
Friday, January 28, 2022First sod turned on Church Fields Link Road and Cycle Network in Mulhuddart
day marked the first step in the construction of new infrastructure at the Church Fields site in Mulhuddart, as the Mayor of Fingal, Cllr Seána Ó Rodaigh turned the first sod on the project. The Church Fields Link Road and Cycle Network will create new connectivity to facilitate the development of the Church Fields Masterplan which will deliver housing, retail and community amenities to support the sustainable growth of Mulhuddart. The walking and cycling element of the infrastructure is funded by the
Monday, January 24, 2022€25.5m funding for Active Travel in Fingal
Fingal County Council has welcomed the announcement by the Department of Transport, that €25.5m in funding has been granted to 44 Active Travel projects across Fingal. The Minister for Transport Eamon Ryan confirmed that the National Transport Authority (NTA) has allocated these funds as part of a national annual spend of €289 million on walking and cycling infrastructure in 2022. Projects to receive funding include the Skerries Active Travel Plan, St. Cronins Road, the Broadmeadow Way, Seatown
Thursday, January 13, 2022Carbon budgets needed for Ireland to achieve climate targets, says Chambers Ireland
Chambers Ireland, the voice of business throughout Ireland, has said that carbon budgets must become a fundamental component of decision-making within public bodies if Ireland is to achieve its climate targets. Ian Talbot, Chief Executive of Chambers Ireland, was speaking to the Oireachtas Joint Committee on Environment and Climate Action today. State decisions play a crucial role in facilitating businesses and the public to engage in climate-friendly behaviours, Talbot said. However successive
Tuesday, December 21, 2021Fingal looks to save on annual energy costs and reduce carbon emissions
Fingal County Council has taken another positive step in its efforts to reduce its energy consumption by engaging an energy services company to deliver significant energy efficiency upgrades for the Civic Offices in Blanchardstown and County Hall in Swords. Lawler Sustainability, which has a multi-disciplinary team of highly qualified Building Services and Green Energy Engineers, has been awarded a €1 million contract to design, install and maintain a suite of energy efficiency measures. The primary
Friday, December 03, 2021Local Businesses Get Pedal Powered with eCargo Bikes from Fingal County Council
Four businesses in the Fingal area are pedalling into the busy festive season with brand new eCargo bikes from Fingal County Council. These state of the art eCargo bikes are intended to replace the use of motor vehicles for local area deliveries. As part of its commitment to climate action and providing sustainable travel alternatives, Fingal County Council is providing the bikes free of charge to the businesses for 12 months. The initiative launches this week with delivery of the first two eCargo bikes
Friday, November 19, 2021Chambers Ireland welcomes Deposit Return Scheme for plastic bottles and aluminium cans
Chambers Ireland, the voice of business throughout Ireland, has welcomed an announcement by Government that legislative regulations for a Deposit Return Scheme (DRS) for plastic bottles and aluminium cans in Ireland have been signed. The organisation, which previously made a submission on models for a Deposit Return Scheme in November 2020, agreed with the Government’s position that the introduction of the scheme will assist in reducing single use plastics, help Ireland meet EU recycling targets and
Tuesday, November 16, 2021Eamonn Hughes appointed Chief Sustainability & Investor Relations Officer at Bank of Ireland Group
Eamonn Hughes has been appointed Chief Sustainability & Investor Relations Officer at Bank of Ireland Group. Eamonn is a senior finance professional and market analyst with over 25 years’ capital markets and domestic banking experience. He joins Bank of Ireland from Goodbody Stockbrokers, where he held the role of Irish Banks and Insurance Sector Analyst since 2004. Eamonn also previously served as Head of the European Banks Team in ABN AMRO. He is a Chartered Accountant and holds a Masters in
Thursday, November 11, 2021Managing Aircraft Noise From Dublin Airport – Have Your Say in Public Consultation
The Aircraft Noise Competent Authority (ANCA) is holding a 14-week public consultation on its draft recommendations regarding daa’s application to amend aircraft operating restrictions at Dublin Airport when the new north runway opens. The public consultation will inform ANCA’s final direction to the Planning Authority before it rules on daa’s application next year. ANCA’s recommendations are:Introduce a Noise Abatement Objective for Dublin Airport - the first of its kind in Ireland – as a long-term plan
Friday, November 05, 2021Rush producer wins inaugural Sustainable Business Competition
A local producer of Irish cucumbers has been named by Fingal County Council as the winner of its first-ever Sustainable Business Competition. Welgro Produce, based in Rush, won the accolade as part of an initiative aimed at encouraging businesses across Fingal to implement more sustainable approaches into their day-today operations. The farm, only began operations in 2020 after taking over Thomas Collins and Jim Carthy’s three-acre cucumber farm. Since then, Welgro has been successfully delivering its
Friday, October 01, 2021Fingal’s Keen To Be Green Facilities Project Launched
The launch of Fingal’s Keen To Be Green Facilities Project took place at the Clayton Hotel Dublin Airport yesterday. Many representatives from the participating community facilities were present as part of the Fingal Community Facilities Network. Fingal’s ‘Keen To Be Green’ Project is a collaboration between Fingal County Council’s Community Development Office and Environment Department and the Fingal Community Facilities Network. The project was officially launched by Deputy Mayor of Fingal,
Tuesday, September 28, 2021Sustainable Swords Strategic Priorities Open for Consultation
In spring of 2021 Fingal County Council invited local residents and businesses, to get involved in the Sustainable Swords place making project. The ‘Your Swords, Your Say’ survey gave people an opportunity to share their opinions and comments on how to best develop Swords sustainably. Insights from the research survey have been brought together with the Fingal County Development Plan 2017-2023 in preparation of these emerging themes. Fingal County Council is now very pleased to present the Emerging
Wednesday, September 22, 2021Chambers Ireland calls for accelerated action on the SDGs during 76th UN General Assembly
Along with Heads of State, Chief Executives, and social and business leaders, Chambers Ireland joined the UN Global Compact’s ‘Uniting Business Live’ summit at the 76th UN General Assembly and called for greater ambition and accelerated action on the SDGs ahead of COP26. Speaking this afternoon, Chambers Ireland Chief Executive Ian Talbot outlined the importance of SMEs to future economic growth and the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals: “Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) account for an
Wednesday, August 18, 2021Event Programme is launched for Dublin Climate Action Week, taking place from 13th to 19th September
The event programme and online registration have launched for Dublin’s first Climate Action Week (DCAW21), taking place from Monday 13th to Sunday 19th September 2021. A range of online and in-person climate action events are now open for registration at www.dublinclimateactionweek.ie. The broad range of events address the theme areas of Energy & Buildings, Transport, Flood Resilience, Nature Based Solutions, Resource Management and Citizen Engagement. The recent Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change
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Wednesday, June 16, 2021Fingal County Council to participate in Dublin Climate Action Week this September
The first Dublin Climate Action Week (#DCAW21), will take place from Monday, September 13 to Sunday, September 19, and is being planned to demonstrate the ongoing efforts, ambitions and the collaborative approach of the four Dublin local authorities, in addressing climate action. The week is being organised and delivered by the partnership of Fingal County Council, Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council, South Dublin County Council, Dublin City Council, Codema – Dublin’s Energy Agency and the Dublin
Friday, May 14, 2021Council urge residents and stakeholders to get involved in Sustainable Swords project
Fingal County Council has urged local residents and stakeholders to get involved in the Sustainable Swords placemaking project which is focused on the regeneration and compact, sustainable development of the town. The ambition of Sustainable Swords is to provide a multi-faceted approach to the planning, design and management of new development and spaces, as well as the protection and enhancement of existing assets in order to achieve better quality places as the physical setting for life in
Friday, January 15, 2021Fingal County Council meets its energy efficiency target for 2020 as first Climate Change Action Plan Progress Report published
The first Annual Progress Report on Fingal County Council’s Climate Change Action Plan (CCAP) was published and presented to councillors this week. The report presented to councillors showed that in 2020, the implementation of the Plan is well underway, the Council achieved its targets of a 33% improvement in energy efficiency a year ahead of schedule and became certified in an ISO 50001 compliant energy management system. The CCAP was first published in September 2019 and outlined 130 actions in total
Wednesday, October 28, 2020Council to prioritise promotion of Active Travel following changes to departments
Fingal County Council is to prioritise the promotion of Active Travel as part of its ongoing commitment to Climate Action, with additional changes to Council departments to further strengthen the Council’s housing delivery and economic development capacities. Chief Executive AnnMarie Farrelly today announced the creation of the Environment, Climate Action and Active Travel Department which will have responsibility for mobility planning and the delivery of the National Transport Authority’s cycle
Friday, September 25, 2020Council to begin €4m scheme to support safer cycling and pedestrian movements
Fingal County Council is to commence the roll out of a €3.9m programme aimed at developing safer infrastructure for cyclists and pedestrians in towns and villages across the County. The funding was part of a €55m allocation by the National Transport Authority under the Government’s July Jobs Stimulus Plan to support local authorities’ response to Covid-19 challenges and assist with their work to equip local communities and businesses with improved walking and cycling infrastructure. The first
Monday, September 14, 2020Planning approval for North-South Interconnector good news for energy security and climate action, says Chambers Ireland
Chambers Ireland today (14 September 2020) welcomes the decision by Northern Ireland Minister Mallon MLA to approve planning permission for the North South Interconnector and acknowledges the importance of this infrastructure both in terms of improving energy security and enabling the island to move towards a 70% target of renewable electricity, which is critical in meeting our 2030 targets. Speaking this afternoon, Chambers Ireland Chief Executive Ian Talbot said, “The economic and health impacts of
Friday, July 31, 2020€200,000 awarded to Fingal County Council under Carbon Tax Fund towards Fingal Coastal Way route selection
Fingal County Council has welcomed the allocation of €200,000 towards the Fingal Coastal Way, a 32km high-quality recreational walking and cycling route stretching from Newbridge Demesne in Donabate to the county boundary, north of Balbriggan. Awarded under the Carbon Tax Fund 2020 by the Department of Climate Change, Communications Networks and Transport, the funding will used to progress the route selection for the greenway infrastructure. The allocation was part of a total allocation of €4.5m
Thursday, July 16, 2020Planning permission granted for the Church Fields Link Road and Cycle Network Project
Fingal County Council is pleased to announce that the Church Fields Link Road and Cycle Network Project was granted planning permission by the elected members at the full council meeting held in June. This infrastructure is a key element in the ongoing progression of Fingal County Council’s Project Talamh initiative, which is the Council’s targeted response to the housing crisis in the form of significant new housing provision on several Council-owned landbanks across the county. The Church Fields
Thursday, June 25, 2020Opportunity for Businesses and Innovators in Fingal to apply for the 2020 Green Enterprise
Fingal County Council supports the call for applications for the 2020 Green Enterprise: Innovation for a Circular Economy by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) in partnership with the Department of Communications, Climate Action and Environment and invites businesses and innovators interested in applying for this funding to partner with Fingal County Council on eligible projects. This is an opportunity for businesses and innovators in Fingal to access €600,000 of funding, with a maximum grant of
Monday, June 15, 2020Fingal County Council adds a further 18 Electric Vehicles to its Fleet
Fingal County Council is delighted to announce the addition of a number of electrical vehicles to its fleet. The vehicles representing an investment of €340,000 were launched by Mayor of Fingal Cllr Eoghan O'Brien at Ardgillan Castle today. The additional fleet consists of 14 Fully Electric Nissan eNV vans , 2 Fully Electric LDV 3.5 ton tipper trucks, 1 Fully Electric Meangreen Zeroturn mower and 1 Fully Electric Goupil G4 Utility Vehicle and is further evidence of the commitment of the Council to the
Thursday, January 09, 2020Ireland’s first Electric Bus takes to the road commissioned by Tifco Hotel group
Ireland’s first fully-electric bus went into operation today, representing another milestone in the country’s transition to a low-carbon future. The Volvo bus – commissioned by Tifco Hotel Group – will operate an 8km round trip between the Crowne Plaza and Holiday Inn Express Hotel and Dublin Airport every 30 minutes from 4am to 11.30pm daily, 7 days a week. ESB, through its Smart Energy Services business, is providing a high-powered electric vehicle charging solution which will be located on the hotel
Friday, December 20, 2019Chambers Ireland calls on Government to be ambitious in plans to tackle waste
With the deadline for submissions to the Department of Communications, Climate Action and the Environment’s proposed environmental levies consultation closing today (20 December 2019), Chambers Ireland’s submission calls on the Government to recognise the urgency in changing our consumption patterns by introducing more stringent environmental levies to tackle waste problems in Ireland. However, such an approach must support, not punish, business innovation and those who are leading the way in a transition
Friday, November 15, 2019Solar powered compactible ‘smart bins’ launched in Howth by Fingal County Council
Fingal County Council have launched 35 solar powered compactible bins in the prime tourist town of Howth, following a successful pilot scheme. The bins feature sensors which alert Council staff when the bins become full, as well as pedals for hands-free opening and flaps that keep out seagulls and rodents. The 35 smart bins replace 70 conventional bins that had serviced the Howth area. PEL Waste Reduction Equipment, an Irish-owned manufacturing company, were awarded the tender via an open tender
Wednesday, November 13, 2019Council welcomes An Bord Pleanála decision on Greater Dublin Drainage Project
Fingal County Council has welcomed the decision of An Bord Pleanála to grant planning permission for the Greater Dublin Drainage Project (GDDP) which is a critical piece of national infrastructure under Project Ireland 2040 and will secure the long term sustainable growth of the Greater Dublin Area. Fingal County Council played a lead role in the evolution of the project prior to it being transferred to Irish Water. As far back as 2005, as part of the Greater Dublin Strategic Drainage Study, Fingal
Tuesday, November 12, 2019First National Marine Planning Framework Key to Decarbonising Economy
Chambers Ireland today (12 November), welcomes the publication of Ireland’s first draft National Marine Planning Framework (NMPF), which sets out the Government’s proposed approach to the development of a strategic framework for developing, maintaining, and enhancing Ireland’s marine territories. Speaking this afternoon, Chambers Ireland Chief Executive Ian Talbot said, “Ireland’s extensive marine territories exceed our land mass area by an order of magnitude. This vast area offers us great
Monday, November 04, 2019Boil Water Notice re-issued for customers supplied by Leixlip Water Treatment Plant
In consultation with the HSE, Irish Water and Fingal County Council can confirm that, as a precaution, a Boil Water Notice to protect the health of customers supplied by Leixlip Water Treatment Plant has been put in place for a second time. Due to heavy rain, turbidity (cloudy water due to suspended particles levels) in the source water for the old Leixlip Plant exceeded acceptable levels. Plant operators reacted quickly before alarms were activated and shut down the old plant to stop this water entering
Tuesday, October 08, 2019Chambers Ireland welcomes Mary Robinson in an address to members of the business community
Chambers Ireland welcomes Mary Robinson in an address to members of the business community, calls for more urgent action in the transformation of Ireland into a sustainable competitive low carbon economy As the official sponsor and host of the event, Gavin Kelly CEO Retail Ireland Bank of Ireland said, “Conducting our business in a responsible and sustainable way is fundamental to enabling our customers, colleagues and communities to thrive. Our research shows that Irish people are increasingly
Thursday, September 26, 2019Chambers Ireland SDG pledge embodies leadership on Sustainable Development, says ICC
Chambers Ireland has announced that all 41 of its chambers of commerce have committed to the implementation of the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). From the capital region of Dublin to the port cities, like Waterford, Galway, and Cork, the Irish Chambers Pledge covers the entirety of Ireland’s chambers network. Ireland has experienced tremendous economic growth, as evidenced by the country’s 7.8% GDP growth in 2017 – one of the highest GDP growth rates in the European Union - according to the
Tuesday, September 03, 2019Council invites submissions on Draft Dublin Airport Local Area Plan
Fingal County Council is inviting submissions in relation to the Draft Dublin Airport Local Area Plan which will be on public display for the next six weeks. The draft Local Area Plan can be viewed at County Hall, Swords, Civic Offices, Blanchardstown, Fingal branch libraries or at www.fingal.ie. Submissions can be made online at consult.fingal.ie; by email to devplan@fingal.ie; or by post to Senior Executive Officer, Planning and Strategic Infrastructure Department, Fingal County Council, County
Tuesday, August 27, 2019Council welcomes FLAG North East funding of €600,000 for Fingal coastal projects
Fingal County Council has welcomed the announcement by the North East Fisheries Local Action Group (FLAG) of continued investment in a diverse range of projects across Fingal this year. Grants totalling €973,221 have been announced in the FLAG North East Area, which covers the counties of Dublin, Meath and Louth. The Fingal region has directly benefited from €600,000 in funding over the last three years in conjunction with the FLAG North East programme. A total of 36 FLAG projects were approved
Tuesday, August 27, 2019Community Environment Action Fund 2019
The Community Environment Action Fund, previously known as the Local Agenda 21 Environmental Partnership Fund, is now seeking applications. Fingal County Council is seeking environmental project proposals from local schools or community, youth or residents groups by the application deadline of September 27th 2019. Do you have a project or initiative that could help your community to be become more sustainable or increase awareness of environmental issues locally? If so, you may qualify for financial
Thursday, June 06, 2019Fingal County Council lodges application to construct “iconic” Broadmeadow Way
Fingal County Council has lodged an application with An Bord Pleanala for planning consent for the Broadmeadow Way, a proposed new walking and cycling greenway route of approximately 6km in length between Malahide Demesne and Newbridge Demesne in Donabate. The proposed development will run across the Malahide Estuary adjacent to the mainline railway viaduct and will, if approved, provide an iconic route for walkers and cyclists of all abilities and ages to enjoy this stunning coastal route. It is
Wednesday, May 22, 2019Popular bike-sharing scheme extended to three more Fingal towns
Fingal County Council has extended its popular bike-sharing scheme, which allows cyclists use bikes that are publicly available, to Swords, Malahide and Howth. The scheme allows cyclists to use ‘smart’ bikes with inbuilt GPS technology. By downloading the BleeperBike App, users can register and find their nearest BleeperBike, scan the QR code on the bike to unlock it and it is ready for use. This removes the need to develop and construct expensive and often inconvenient docking stations associated
Wednesday, March 20, 2019Fingal County Council welcomes allocation of €3m funding for Sustainable Transport projects
Fingal County Council has welcomed the allocation of €3m from the National Transport Authority (NTA) which will support an ambitious programme of pedestrian and cycle improvement schemes around the county. Some 11 projects, including four new schemes, have been awarded funding under the Sustainable Transport Measures Grants (STMG) 2019 programme in the largest round of funding the local authority has received since this funding programme was initiated by the NTA in 2011. The funding boost under
Thursday, February 28, 2019Fingal seeks submissions on the proposed Royal Canal Urban Greenway route
Fingal County Council is seeking submissions from the public on the proposed Royal Canal Urban Greenway route. The public consultation is open until March 25, 2019. The route will serve Castleknock, Blanchardstown, Clonsilla, Coolmine and the wider Dublin 15 area. The proposed Urban Greenway will encourage recreation while offering an alternative transport choice for school children and commuters. This will bring significant environmental, economic and health benefits to the wider community. Taking into
Tuesday, February 19, 2019Draft Climate Change Action Plan launched in County Hall
The launch of the Draft Climate Change Action Plan for Fingal took place in the Atrium in County Hall on Monday, 18 February. Members of the public attended the event to hear from Fingal County Council and the Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland (SEAI) staff about what the Council are doing to implement energy efficiency initiatives and flood prevention schemes in the Fingal area. Visitors also found out about the Council’s sustainable transport and Greenway plans. Residents were given practical
Friday, February 01, 2019South Fingal Transport Study makes a number of key transport recommendations
Fingal County Council has published the South Fingal Transport Study (SFTS), a strategic land-use and transport study involving the development of a multi-modal transport strategy for the South Fingal area which includes areas such as Swords, Dublin Airport, Clonshaugh, Balgriffin and Baldoyle. Among the key recommendations to be delivered within the study timeframe up to 2027 are the upgrade of the R132 Airport Roundabout, the provision of a Western Airport Access Route, the prioritisation of the Swords
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Thursday, January 31, 2019Fingal County Council seeks public submissions to Draft Climate Change Action Plan
Fingal County Council is inviting submissions from the public in response to the Draft Climate Change Action Plan 2019-2024. The Draft Action Plan has been developed by the four Dublin local authorities alongside the Dublin energy agency Codema. Fingal County Council’s public consultation is open for submissions from 11 February until 25 March 2019. As part of this public consultation process, Fingal County Council is organising #Councils4ClimateAction public information events as follows:Launch
Friday, November 09, 2018Sweet News For Passengers As Dublin Airport’s Nect-Air Honey Now On Sale At Marqette
Sweet News For Passengers As Dublin Airport’s Nect-Air Honey Now On Sale At Marqette Bees from hives on Dublin Airport lands, which produced their first batch of honey earlier this year, is now available for passengers to buy. The 100% natural Irish honey called Nect-Air is harvested from four hives housing more than a quarter of a million Irish dark native honey bees on airport owned land. The premium honey is now available in 340g jars to buy exclusively in Marqette restaurant in Terminal 1 at a
