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Carndonagh Decarbonising Zone: turning partnership into action

Carndonagh, one of County Donegal’s two Decarbonising Zones, brings together the council and civil society to deliver local sustainability projects. This resource explores the partnership behind initiatives spanning renewable energy, river restoration and skills development, and what they have achieved.

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Off the grid, by necessity: how community energy is decarbonising Ireland’s Aran Islands

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Ireland’s climate performance: lessons for local government from the EU

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The hidden value of unsold goods: what Scotland is losing

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“A Gaeltacht approach to climate action: lessons from rural Donegal”

Donegal County Council is working with a Gaeltacht community to drive a bespoke, community-rooted pathway to decarbonisation. This resource looks at what has been delivered so far, from heat pumps to biochar, and at the approaches and partnerships that are sustaining this work.

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From waste to opportunity: the circular economy and local government

19 October 2026

Explores what the circular economy means for local government, opportunities for practical action and the potential impact of the new Deposit Return Scheme. Includes 10 scrutiny questions to help councillors assess their council’s approach to circularity.

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