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Worth a look: stark new UK Govt report shows how global ecosystem degradation and collapse threatens their national security and prosperity.

Critical ecosystems are now at risk of collapsing.

This report comes as a critical warning to us all.

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January 22, 2026 at 11:59 AM
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As we step into a new year, how about taking some important time to enjoy the astonishing gifts of our shared natural world. It's always a good idea to give yourself some space to experience the comfort, calm and peace nature always generously provides.

#HappyNewYear2026
December 30, 2025 at 6:47 PM
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Looking for a sustainable Christmas gift for someone in your life?

Giving the gift An Taisce membership is a present that lasts all year.

Your gift also helps to safeguard our natural and built heritage for present & future generations

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December 16, 2025 at 7:55 PM
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Give gift of An Taisce membership to someone special in your life

Membership for 2026 includes: free entry to International National Trust Organisation sites worldwide, new digital magazine, exclusive events, special discounts with selected partners & much more

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December 15, 2025 at 10:18 AM
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Giving the gift of membership to An Taisce — The National Trust for Ireland

A present that not only lasts all year, but is also an important contribution towards protecting our natural and built heritage for current and future generations

membership.antaisce.org/gifts

#sustainablechristmasgifts
December 10, 2025 at 10:10 PM
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Giving the gift of membership to An Taisce — The National Trust for Ireland

A Christmas present that not only lasts all year, but is also an important contribution towards protecting our natural and built heritage for current and future generations

membership.antaisce.org/gifts
December 2, 2025 at 8:50 PM
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Ireland has failed to provide any evidence that the next nitrates derogation will provide solutions to our ever-worsening water quality. We aren't holding up our end of the bargain, and we haven't for decades.

#NitratesDerogation
#NitratePollution
November 28, 2025 at 4:15 PM
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It's no wonder water quality is not improving, derogation farmers are being told to do things that will not stop nitrates from getting into the water — An Taisce's Head of Advocacy Dr Elaine McGoff with Philip Boucher-Hayes on RTÉ Radio 1 CountryWide

#nitratepollution
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November 25, 2025 at 9:19 AM
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“For years, the EU has promised to lead on climate and nature protection, but what this investigation shows is that we are literally cementing over our own future"

Great new research from 41 journalists & scientists from 11 countries shows extent of loss. Ireland ranks 3rd by pop.

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October 7, 2025 at 1:52 PM
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Check out our new site www.climateactionweek.ie to discover what exciting events are happening in your county, town, or community during #ClimateActionWeek.

You can also add your own Climate Action Week event and find lots of resources on there too:
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October 3, 2025 at 9:04 AM
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Dr Elaine McGoff, An Taisce's Head of Advocacy will be giving a great talk for BirdWatch Ireland Kildare Branch in Naas Library and Cultural Centre Thursday 11 September at 7pm

'Wings of Change' — protecting Ireland's birds and ecosystems

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September 11, 2025 at 10:48 AM
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Just a couple of days left to speak up for nature

The European Commission wants to roll back vital environmental protections – and they’re asking for your opinion.

Let them understand nature needs more help than ever #HandsOffNature

Please send your message:
swanireland.ie/take-action/...
September 8, 2025 at 4:11 PM
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Culture Night at An Taisce's historic Tailors' Hall

Due to demand, tickets available for EXTRA PERFORMANCE of 'Miss Julie' by August Strindberg (Dress Rehearsal)

Doors open 2.30pm — performance starts at 3pm

To book:
www.eventbrite.ie/e/culture-ni...

#CultureNight
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September 5, 2025 at 2:31 PM
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Don’t let the EU tear down hard won nature protections

The European Commission is quietly trying to dismantle the laws that safeguard nature

They think we wouldn’t notice or care

But we do

Please take a moment to tell them to keep their #HandsOffNature
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September 4, 2025 at 4:19 PM
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Don’t let the EU weaken nature protection ❌

Across Europe, our rivers are dying, wildlife is vanishing & forests are thinning. Now the European Commission wants to weaken the laws that protect them.

Tell them to keep their #HandsOffNature 👇

swanireland.ie/take-action/...
Hands Off Nature - Sustainable Water Network
Don’t let the EU tear down nature protection. The European Commission wants to roll back vital environmental protections – and they’re asking for your opinion. We have only a short time to speak up be...
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August 28, 2025 at 3:48 PM
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River Blackwater crisis:

'It's baffling': Anglers criticise watchdog over 24-hour-wait to sample scene of major fish kill.

No sampling took place until a full 24 hours after the first of thousands of fish were found dead on Monday 11 August.
jrnl.ie/6800777

#BlackwaterFishKill
'It's baffling': Anglers criticise watchdog over 24-hour-wait to sample scene of major fish kill
The Journal has confirmed that no sampling took place until a full 24 hours after the first of thousands of fish were found dead.
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August 29, 2025 at 8:23 AM
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Today is the first World Lake Day

One of the most vital natural resources on earth, lakes supply us with a crucial source of fresh water & provide habitat for countless species of fish, plants, and wildlife

Let's protect them

#EcosystemRestoration
#WorldLakeDay
#EndPollution
August 27, 2025 at 12:32 PM
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Wonderful video from #CleanCoasts about Sally and her human Tony who litter pick on Sandymount Strand in Dublin every day

Latest Irish Business Against Litter survey has shown great improvements on beaches. It's not come about by magic, but by the heroic efforts of so many like Sally and Tony 👏
August 26, 2025 at 2:28 PM
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The Irish Times view on climate policy: Government must avoid backsliding
'Climatologist Prof John Sweeney has argued that the shift, which reduces the required emissions reduction target, is not aligned with scientific recommendations'
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The Irish Times view on climate policy: Government must avoid backsliding
How methane is regarded in policy terms has big implications for carbon budgets up to 2040, which must be signed off on soon.
www.irishtimes.com
August 14, 2025 at 8:27 AM
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Healthy environment is a human right: '... those most responsible for causing the climate crisis are legally bound to take action, can be held accountable for inaction and may be required to provide reparations to those most affected'

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Healthy environment is a human right, top UN court rules in landmark climate case
‘This is the start of a new era of climate accountability at a global level’ - Greenpeace
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July 23, 2025 at 6:59 PM
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Watch back:

'What you need to know about nitrates' — with Freshwater Ecology Expert and An Taisce Head of Advocacy, @elainemcgoff.bsky.social

This great webinar explores what nitrates are, how they can negatively impact ecology & why this continues to be an issue in Ireland

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An Taisce 2025 webinars: What you need to know about Nitrates
YouTube video by An Taisce comms
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July 2, 2025 at 10:05 AM
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What can we do about plastic waste in coastal areas?

Clean Coasts share some practical ways to get involved and help to tackle this crisis — plus some useful advice on how to not feel overwhelmed

#PlasticFreeJuly
#2MinuteBeachClean
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How plastic and other litter ends up in our waterways and what can we do about it?
Clean Coasts Senior Communications Officer, Mary Kate Hickey writes about how inland waste becomes 80% of marine litter. Approximately 85% of this is plastic. She looks at practical solutions — both b...
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July 3, 2025 at 3:15 PM
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#WorldEnvironmentDay — 5 June

Ridding the planet of plastic pollution is vital to achieve Sustainable Development Goals, including those on climate action, sustainable production and consumption, protection of seas and oceans, repairing ecosystems and retaining biodiversity

#BeatPlasticPollution
June 5, 2025 at 8:33 AM
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The 2025 Mary Robinson Climate and Nature Conference may have concluded, but the meaningful connections forged and our shared momentum for advancing climate action and protecting our natural world continues ...

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May 29, 2025 at 2:01 PM
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"The animals that lived on the seabed are gone. The plants that lived on the lakebed are gone as well," Dr O'Connor said.

The EPA study indicated that agricultural run-off was the source of the excess nutrient levels. It measured at seven times what it should be.

www.rte.ie/news/2025/05...
Wexford lagoon facing 'ecological disaster', say experts
An "ecological disaster" is unfolding at one of Ireland's largest lagoons, according to experts, with algae blocking out light leading to plants and animals dying.
www.rte.ie
May 20, 2025 at 1:22 PM