Louth to benefit from €593k under Community Climate Projects
€592,824 in funding has been awarded to local community climate projects across Louth
Louth is set to benefit from € 592,824 in funding to support communities in building low-carbon, sustainable futures, according to an announcement on Thursday by Darragh O’Brien, Minister for Climate, Energy and the Environment.
The funding is being made available through local authorities to support communities in building low carbon and sustainable futures.
Local projects to receive funding include:
- Dundalk Young Irelands GFC
- St John of God North East Services
- Louth Beekeeper Association
- Mattock Rengers GAA Club
- Ardee St. Mary’s GAA Club
Successful projects nationwide, awarded almost €27 million funding under Phase 2 of the Community Climate Action Programme, were announced today (Thursday), alongside an additional €2.6 million in funding to support further high-quality projects from local authority reserve lists.
The news was welcomed by Louth Fianna Fáil TD, Deputy Erin McGreehan, and Louth Fine Gael TD, Deputy Paula Butterly.
Deputy McGreehan said “Local communities are at the heart of our efforts on climate change, while also contributing to our national climate and energy goals. They are leading the charge and it is essential they are supported.
“That is what this money today will do, it provides funding to ensure even more of these ambitious community projects can move forward so we can achieve our climate goals.
“Right across Louth I know people and groups who are passionate about making a difference, and I believe Government should support them in doing so.
Deputy Butterly said: “I am delighted that so many communities across Louth have been successful in receiving this funding, with a total of € 593,000 for projects in the county.
“This programme will empower communities in Louth to take local action on climate change, while also contributing to our national climate and energy goals.
“We’ve already seen some brilliant examples of climate action being taken at a local level in Louth, underpinned by local authority leadership and community ownership. Projects funded under the programme have delivered a wide range of benefits, including reduced energy costs, enhanced biodiversity and wildlife restoration.
“Not only will they contribute to reaching our climate targets but will make a practical, positive difference for people in their day to day lives.
“I look forward to seeing these projects coming to fruition across Louth and seeing the benefit they have for our communities.”