Day: 20 November 2008

Carbon allowances go under the hammer

Europe's first auction of carbon allowances for the EU Emissions Trading Scheme (ETS) has been held.

Lough Derg could answer Dublin water shortage

The continuing water shortage in Dublin has led to the consideration of creating a reservoir in the midlands to be used as a water storage depot.

First eco-friendly computer developed in Ireland

Dublin has become the home for the development of the world's first eco computer.

Hospital acts to prevent water-borne diseases

Precautions have been taken to ensure that there is no further spread of a life threatening bacteria found in the water supply at Lourdes Hospital, in Drogheda.

‘Technical difficulties’ in improving water quality

The difficulty in improving water quality in Europe, as well as across Ireland, was among the topics debated at a recent conference held in County Wexford.

Pollution in Irish rivers and lakes falls

The amount of serious pollution in rivers and lakes in Ireland has reached its lowest level in recent decades.

Financial problems ‘boost green credentials’

The current financial situation in Ireland has helped many businesses improve their eco-friendliness, experts have said.

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