Speaking at the Atlantic Summit in Galway, Minister Timmy Dooley highlighted Ireland’s commitment to advancing ocean research, innovation and skills as part of Ireland’s Presidency of the Council of the EU.
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Budget 2027 invests €1.28bn in Ireland’s energy sector and the Department's environmental remit, marine environment, supporting the transition to a more secure, sustainable and affordable energy system and the transition to a more circular economy. ⚡♻️🌊
Budget 2027 will support Ireland in transitioning to a Circular Economy, whilst protecting our natural resources and environment.
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Minister Dooley comments on Budget 2027 allocation for Inland Fisheries and Marine Protection.
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Minister O'Brien has delivered €1.28 billion investment in Budget 2027 – to accelerate the transition to a secure, sustainable and affordable energy sector.
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The Department's Budget 2027 includes a €1.28bn allocation to support a sustainable, secure energy sector, deliver high-impact climate action, accelerate local climate initiatives, strengthen climate resilience, and enhance Ireland’s environment.
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Let's clear the air! 🕊
Choose low smoke fuel and you're headed in the right direction.
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Minister Timmy Dooley has launched a public consultation on the future management, protection and recovery of Ireland’s wild Atlantic salmon.
The consultation is open until 5.30pm on 30 October.
Minister Darragh O’Brien has approved €5 million for Pilot District Heating Projects.
District heating presents a unique opportunity to decarbonise new developments and existing buildings at scale in a way that cannot be achieved through other technologies alone.
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Today, Minister Darragh O’Brien chairs EU Energy Ministers in Dublin on affordability, innovation and energy security.
Read more: https://www.gov.ie/en/department-of-climate-energy-and-the-environment/press-releases/minister-obri…
Tomorrow, Ireland hosts the Informal Meeting of EU Energy Ministers at Dublin Castle. Discussions will focus on: ⚡ Energy affordability 💡 Innovation & market disruption 🤝 Energy security & cooperation Follow our channels for updates throughout the day.
Minister for Climate, Energy, and the Environment, Darragh O'Brien today welcomed Ireland’s first solar project to energise under the Small-Scale Renewable Electricity Support Scheme (SRESS). Read more here: https://bit.ly/4ryhrsK
Ahead of COP31 in Türkiye, Minister Darragh O’Brien met with EU Commissioner Wopke Hoekstra in Dublin to discuss climate priorities under Ireland’s EU Presidency. Read more: https://bit.ly/4rwZwCM
Minister Darragh O’Brien and Minister Timmy Dooley, will represent Ireland and the Council of the EU this week at the United Nations General Assembly in New York
The United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) High Level Week is a key milestone on the road to COP31
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SDG Week is back! DCEE and Libraries Ireland will host Ireland’s fifth Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) week from 19-27 September as part of European Sustainable Development Week.
Register your event at https://www.esdn.eu/esdw
More at: www.gov.ie/sdgs/
The @deptcee.bsky.social is proud to support @antaisce.bsky.social's Big Beach Clean, taking place from 18-20 September.
The initiative brings communities together to remove litter from beaches, waterways and local areas, helping to protect our marine environment.
Minister Alan Dillon has launched the 2026 Circular Economy Innovation Grant Scheme, boosting funding from €650,000 to €1.5m.
💰 Grants of €50,000-€150,000
📅 Apply by 12 October
🌱 Supporting Ireland’s transition to a circular economy
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Minister Timmy Dooley spoke today on behalf of the European Union at the General Conference of the International Atomic Energy Agency.
The IAEA plays a vital role in global nuclear safety and security.
This year marks the 70th annual meeting of IAEA Member States.⚡
Minister Darragh O’Brien and SEAI’s Declan Meally met the DCU Solar Racing team to wish them luck ahead of next week’s iLumen European Solar Challenge in Belgium. After 4 years designing and building a solar-powered car, the team will represent Ireland on the international stage on 19 September.
