Environment
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Packaging waste: a recovery success story
By recovering almost 80 per cent of packaging waste, Ireland has exceeded its EU Directive targets with the help of…
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Waste as a resource
RPS is the National Waste Co-ordinator and contributes to the National Waste Report for the EPA. RPS Director PJ Rudden…
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Repak reaches its targets
The producer responsibility scheme for packaging waste, Repak, is achieving its low cost packaging compliance targets and has invested €253…
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Keeping it local: Phil Hogan interview
Environment Minister Phil Hogan outlines his plans for local government reform and a low-carbon economy to Stephen Dineen. On the…
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Irish Water: For public consumption
Establishing Irish Water is a significant and historic reform opportunity that will provide Ireland with a world class water service…
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John O’Connell interview: Efficient water services
The Commission for Energy Regulation’s Generation Manager John O’Connell discusses the regulator’s plans for greater efficiencies and customer protection in…
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Who’s who in the environment
An overview of the key players in environmental policy within the political, public, private and voluntary sectors. Minister for the…
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EU action on Ireland’s environment
Ireland’s environmental record is improving but it continues to face legal action as Commissioner Potocnik demands clear and decisive action. …
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Veolia: Global expertise for a new era in water
Veolia’s global expertise and local presence makes it well-placed for changes to the water services sector. Veolia Water Ireland welcomes…
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Mark Griffin: Towards a public water utility
New water structures are essential due to increasing environmental requirements and decreasing exchequer funding, Mark Griffin, Assistant Secretary General at…
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