Close to €1million in funding has been awarded to local projects under the second phase of the Community Climate Action Programme.
There’s €381,068.08 for Carlow and €577,659 for Kilkenny as part of a nationwide €27 million investment announced by Minister Darragh O’Brien to support more than 650 community-led sustainability and climate action projects across the country.
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Cathaoirleach of Carlow County Council, Cllr. Ken Murnane stated “The role that Carlow’s community groups play in driving climate action is truly inspiring. These projects demonstrate how local action can create meaningful change, from encouraging active travel to improving the energy efficiency of community facilities. I would also like to acknowledge the significant time, effort and commitment that each group has invested in developing these proposals. Their hard work will now translate into real, practical actions that will benefit communities right across the County”.
Coilín O’Reilly, Chief Executive of Carlow County Council welcomed the funding announcement by Minister Darragh O’Brien stating “The high quality and volume of applications received reflects the dedication and ambition of our local groups. We look forward to working closely with the successful organisations to support the delivery of these projects and to ensure they achieve lasting environmental and community benefits”.
