A People's Forum on Peace and Neutrality will take place in Tailor's Hall, Dublin, on 19th and 20th June. Over two days, Irish and international speakers will come together in Dublin to discuss Irish neutrality, international law and the arms industry. More details to follow.

The real price of Ireland’s toxic car culture: woefully poor infrastructure makes cycling dangerous as billions flood into road funding. Meanwhile, incidence of diabetes, asthma & heart disease largely due to car-centric sedentary lifestyle is a major killer. www.thejournal.ie/oireachtas-s...

folx, I’ve been working on AI "ethics" for almost a decade now & hate to tell you there’s no such thing as "ethical AI" the only "ethical principle" that works is regulating the shit out of the industry & to take back control of our autonomy, fundamental rights, freedoms & right to exist w/out AI

The end of environmental public interest litigation? In a highly Trumpian move, the Government yesterday signed new regulations which will all but bring an end to public interest environmental litigation in Ireland. More: www.antaisce.org/news/the-end... #environmentaljustice #environmentlaw

This is a dark day for the environmental movement. In one of most regressive moves I've seen by this Government, they are effectively shutting down the majority of environmental public interest litigation. Over 1400 people told them not to do this. Did they listen? Of course not.

If you missed this webinar, video and some other materials are now available: www.antaisce.org/news/we-need...

Tá an ceart ag an tUachtarán. Rivers are the ultimate truth tellers, and the story they're telling us is not a good one. www.thejournal.ie/connolly-env...

I made a programme about the global warming generated by the amount of flying we do right now … before the Irish government lift the Dublin Airport passenger cap. Listen here: 👉 www.rte.ie/radio/radio1...

Another important site for nature purchased by the State. Ireland is below the EU average for area of land protected for nature. We need to continue expanding our reserve network. Major conservation milestone with purchase of Mayo corncrake breeding site share.google/NivF0wSu1BXU...

Who says there are no winners in war? www.nytimes.com/2026/05/07/b...

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I, for one, am impatient and angry. Who's with me? 'Can we drink from our rivers without vomiting?...Think about your local waterway. Can you do these things? If the answer is no, isn’t it time we started getting impatient and angry about that?' #HandsOffNature www.irishtimes.com/life-style/2...

Don't miss our upcoming special expert webinar on data centres happening on 11 May at 11am Ireland's energy transition is facing significant challenge from the growth of large energy users, especially data centres. What are our policy options? To register: www.eventbrite.ie/e/1988332641...

Ireland doesn't cover itself in glory when it comes to wastewater, but having the UK as a neighbour almost makes us look progressive when it comes to wastewater treatment.

Call to Action: I know we are all overwhelmed by all the awful stuff happening but there's a real opportunity to stop Ireland doing something crazy and very bad, which risks: 💵massive bills for u as taxpayers 😵‍💫compromising progressive policy & legislation on your #health #environment #climate 👇🧵

Webinar 11 May @ 11am We need to talk about data centres — An Taisce expert insight briefing series Ireland's energy transition is facing significant challenge from growth of data centres Our data centre policy www.antaisce.org/an-taisce-po... Webinar tickets www.eventbrite.ie/e/we-need-to...

These findings are unsurprising but worth spotlighting. Politicians and journalists still active on X for "engagement" (or whatever dubious reason) are soaked in deeply warped notions of public opinion on immigration, inequality, LGBTQ issues, etc. Their Overton window misaligns badly with reality

This is heartening to read: 'The responses documented demonstrate just how much far-right influence is contested. It shows communities across Ireland are actively building inclusive, resilient, and welcoming places and are stepping up during moments of crisis.'

Today’s launch of the IAC recommendations underlines that nature restoration is a common cause uniting all of Irish society, writes @fintankelly.bsky.social. The government must now match the leadership shown by farmers, fishers, NGOs, and communities nationwide. greennews.ie/united-for-n...

We Need to Talk about Data Centres - join a free @antaisce.bsky.social expert insight briefing May 11th 11am www.eventbrite.ie/e/we-need-to... with @autofac.bsky.social @elainemcgoff.bsky.social @phoebeduvall.bsky.social & Dr Patrick Brodie - register on eventbrite and share ! #Ireland #Spéirghorm

I was part of the @envpillar.bsky.social delegation to meet EU DG Mamer today & highlighted how much we need & depend on strong EU regulations to protect Irish waterways. This is not the time for weakening the legislation that protects water and nature. www.environmentalpillar.ie/simplificati...

Spot on here: 'What for me is truly pernicious is the targeting by commercial interests of young children for indoctrination via our education system, exploiting weak governance and the apparent unwillingness of our politicians and institutions to face down industry misinformation at any level.'

Shipping, overfishing, fossil fuel exploration, pollution & climate change have already caused degradation of marine ecosystem. It's critical that offshore wind be achieved with right marine spatial protection & planning, and robust environmental impact assessments www.antaisce.org/an-taisce-po...

Slimy and smelly, just how rivers should be..... 'The River Wye is one of the UK's longest and most celebrated rivers. But in recent years those living nearby have complained that it regularly turns green in the summer and has become smelly and slimy.' www.bbc.com/news/article...

Little piece of heaven at the River Liffey this morning. #HandsOffNature

Ted Cruz is the #1 lifetime recipient of fossil fuel money in the entire U.S. senate, receiving over $1 million from the oil and gas industry in the 2024 cycle alone Now he's proposed a bill to give the fossil fuel industry lifetime legal immunity from climate lawsuits

Meat and dairy producers haven't been serious about climate change. Yet high-profile climate event planners regularly invite them to speak. Chances are extraordinarily high that, while they will posture as responsible, they will exaggerate & lie. www.newscientist.com/article/2523...

Please consider getting involved with the Big River Watch between 24th and 30th April. Anyone can take part in the week-long citizen science survey helping to share data to build important picture of river health across the UK and Ireland App is now in Irish too: theriverstrust.org/take-action/...

This blows my mind. So anyone can disseminate anything they like to our schools? 'Dept Edu does not have a role in approving.. content in any publication.. External companies...are free to make direct contact with schools with regard to their own resources.” www.irishexaminer.com/news/arid-41...

I wrote this for Earth Day 2 years ago, and every word of it still rings true for me. These days I need wild, untamed nature more than ever. #EarthDay2026 #HandsOffNature

An interesting look at potential impacts of a large, proposed gold mine in one of most protected landscapes in Europe, and the brave communities that are resisting it. The Sperrins is highly environmentally sensitive and an important cultural landscape in Tyrone. It's at public inquiry stage.

Ireland is playing a dangerous game with food security. 'The policies of successive governments have prioritised an export-led agricultural system leveraging the big beasts of beef and dairy, while ignoring the needs of our indigenous veg and fruit growers.' www.irishtimes.com/opinion/2026...

There are now 20 times more uncommenced units compared to JR units

Our Planning and Environmental Officer, Seán O'Callaghan and Barry McMullin, Climate Committee discussing Dublin Airport Passenger Cap Bill 2026. Counting true costs: reality check for Sustainable Aviation Fuels (SAFs) and how this transition is not panacea presented by industry lnkd.in/d4Jtv37G

🚨Europe’s main water law is under attack from polluting lobbies including the mining industry! 📢We are calling on the Government to do their bit in protecting our water law. 🔗Click the link to see SWAN’s submission to the European Commission on this. swanireland.ie/wp-content/u...

The Irish Government already spends 4.8 billion euro per year supporting fossil fuels & they just agreed to increase that by another 750 million. 'our vulnerability is the fossil fuel system itself. We are watching this system hold the country hostage, and the government pay the ransom'

Will the book contain 'amazing timber tree' images like this? Will it highlight how forestry is the 3rd greatest pressure on water quality? How Sitka Spruce plantations are imperilling our precious Hen Harrier and Freshwater Pearl Mussels? Children deserve information, not greenwashing.

High tech protection here from Coillte, on a tributary feeding the high status River Barrow SAC. Forestry is the 3rd greatest pressure on Irish waterbodies.

Airlines and dairy companies in Ireland increased greenhouse gas emissions last year

This has been a very long battle for @antaisce.bsky.social in the face of much abuse, misinformation and a wrong decision from the EU to give Ireland another derogation despite worsening pollution. Fair play to them for not giving up! www.irishexaminer.com/farming/arid...

Thanks very much for the hugely appreciated words of support Pádraic. We continue to stand united on our shared goal of ensuring clean, healthy waters for present and future generations. #waterqualitymatters @whittledaway.bsky.social

Food security is often used as a justification for funneling more public € into a farming model that is not designed to deliver it. Ireland does need greater food sovereignty & resilience, that begins with revitalising our horticulture & tillage sectors while reducing dependence on imports & exports

But high vis will protect us from this, right? Right?? - Nearly 140 people were arrested for driving under the influence -3,000 drivers detected for speeding -Over 310 people have been detected holding a mobile phone or not wearing a seatbelt m.independent.ie/irish-news/m...

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Capture the #Impact of Ireland's magnificent coast and enter the #LoveYourCoast Photography Competition 2026 🌊 🐚 Entries close May 15th! 📆 🔗 Find out more and enter here: https://cleancoasts.org/our-initiatives/love-your-coast/#Impact#LoveYourCoast#CleanCoasts #PhotographyCompetition @Failte_Ireland

Would You Rather? The new hit game for decision makers everywhere!

"Water should be life-giving, not life-threatening...With mounting scientific evidence of the health risks from nitrate, it’s time for Governments to end livestock expansion and phase out chemical fertilisers to ensure that 'safe and clean' water isn't a luxury, but a guarantee.” #WaterQuality

This from a government slow-walking delivery on green transport infrastructure - now, now they are talking about cycling to feckin' work. The shameless bluster of privilege and business-as-usual.