Free sustainability training at NEST Ardee open to all

Local businesses and community members across Louth are being invited to take part in a free six-part sustainability training programme at NEST in Ardee, starting on Tuesday, September 17th.

The training is designed to give participants practical steps to cut energy costs, reduce carbon footprints, explore renewable energy options, and support biodiversity. Sessions will run weekly until October 22nd.

Programme topics include:

• Sept 17 – Energy Reduction & Lower Carbon Footprint
• Sept 24 – Energy Upgrades & Retrofit Projects
• Oct 1 – Green Energy Generation
• Oct 8 – Renewable Generation in Action
• Oct 15 – Grants & Funding
• Oct 22 – Biodiversity Basics

The programme is free to attend, with places limited. Anyone interested can register online at: https://nestardee.ie/sustainability-training/ or call 041 6857680.

“This training is about giving people practical tools — whether you’re running a business or simply want to make your home and lifestyle more sustainable,” said Karen Duffy, Centre Manager at NEST. “From reducing energy bills to supporting biodiversity, there’s something for everyone.”

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NEST (North East Sustainability Technology) is based in Ardee and supports local enterprise, innovation, and community engagement in sustainability and green technology.