On the 23rd March 2021 the Irish Government approved the final text of the Climate Action and Low Carbon Development (Amendment) Bill. This proactive and ambitious piece of legislation will “provide for the approval of plans by the Government in relation to climate change for the purpose of pursuing the transition to a climate resilient, […]
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Earth Day 2021
Happy Earth Day! For the past 50 years Earth Day has been celebrated as a special day when the wellbeing of our Earth is put on centre stage. Brilliant people from across our global community come together to share ideas on how to build a better world and remind us all of the vital importance […]
EcoMerit delighted to support Green for Micro
We are delighted to be working with the Green for Micro programme as one of their expert consultants, providing mentoring to small enterprises on how to improve the efficiency and sustainability of their businesses from both a financial and environmental standpoint. We had a great introductory discussion in Kildare with 10 businesses on Wed 14 […]
EcoMerit submission on support for MicroGeneration
EcoMerit recently made a submission to the Department of the Environment, Climate and Communications in relation to a public consultation on support for MicroGeneration. Further information here.
Environmental Certification, reassurance and risk management
As momentum builds for meaningful action on our climate and biodiversity emergency, it is increasingly important for businesses to play their part and be seen to do so, by their customers and clients. EcoMerit Environmental Certification provides such assurance, whilst also helping businesses improve their environmental and business performance and manage their business risks. Further […]
COVID-19 Extension Arrangements 2021
January 2021 – Mindful of the need to support members through the challenges of COVID-19 whilst maintaining the value of EcoMerit Certification, we have introduced a new classification ‘Renewal Pending’ and related arrangements, full details can be found by following this link.
Reasons to hope
Good to see David Attenborough presenting the case for hope and action, we can build a much better, sustainable, world for ourselves and the rest of the natural world.
Electric Vehicles Update
Thinking of electric vehicles for your business? Check out our update. The Electric Vehicle (EV) market is a very fast moving area. “If you are looking at EV’s, do a bit of fresh research. Things change very quickly!” (Phil Walker, Managing Director, EcoMerit).
