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# waste - Monday 30 December, 2019
Mandatory brown bin collections could be introduced under new waste strategy
The government will also examine expanding the range of items allowed in the green bin and banning bulky waste from landfill.
# waste - Thursday 28 November, 2019
Map of legal waste collection companies launched in bid to tackle illegal dumping
Illegal dumping is a major problem for communities across the country.
# waste - Wednesday 6 November, 2019
Coffee cups to be hit with levy of up to 25 cent under new plastic crackdown plans
A levy on fast-food takeaway containers is also on the way.
# waste - Sunday 20 October, 2019
Single-use plastics ban Bill aims to put biodegradable packaging on supermarket shelves
This Bill would leapfrog over the government’s strategy, which Fianna Fáil has said is slow to materialise.
# waste - Saturday 21 September, 2019
This initiative is calling for people to clean up marine litter from Irish coasts this weekend
Events for the Big Beach Clean 2019 are happening around the country this weekend.
# waste - Saturday 31 August, 2019
Poll: Have you ever left your tent behind after a festival?
Last year, bulldozers were brought in to clear thousands of leftover tents after Electric Picnic.
# waste - Friday 30 August, 2019
Is it really possible to live a zero waste life? I tried for a week (and did a terrible job)
It is definitely possible to significantly reduce your day-to-day waste … but it’s harder than it sounds.
# waste - Monday 19 November, 2018
Other influencers should follow Samantha Ravndahl's lead when it comes to accepting PR
Her reasoning for doing so is pretty sound.
# waste - Sunday 9 September, 2018
'Communities will be united': Groups around Ireland to take part in World Cleanup Day
Next Saturday, groups who take part join together to clean up illegal waste in their local area.
# waste - Saturday 8 September, 2018
'Festival waste? It's not new - we're a disposable nation and we need to change our attitude'
Green Party Councillor Claire Byrne knows all about trying to keep festival sites clean – and says we need to stop seeing tents as disposable, and look at what we can do to clean up after ourselves.
# waste - Monday 3 September, 2018
Thousands of tents left behind at Electric Picnic campsite cleared by bulldozers
One festival attendee said that there was “millions of euro worth of stuff left behind”.
# waste - Tuesday 14 August, 2018
'Compostable cup for your coffee sound good? It all depends on where it ends up'
Recyclable and compostable options are only truly beneficial if they end up, and are processed, in the correct waste facility, writes industry expert Brian O’Sullivan.
# waste - Sunday 8 July, 2018
The global war on plastic has left manufacturers rethinking their straw productions
Eight million tonnes of plastic are dumped into the Earth’s oceans and seas each year.
# waste - Sunday 18 March, 2018
County breakdown: Here's how much is being spent tackling illegal dumping
An anti-dumping initiative supported 229 projects across the country last year.
# waste - Tuesday 27 February, 2018
Decision on €160 million Cork incinerator deferred for a tenth time
An Bord Pleanala says a decision will be made within three months.
# waste - Sunday 4 February, 2018
'Why are you throwing away so many chips?': How east Cork is tackling its food waste
A new initiative is helping businesses move towards a zero food waste strategy.
# waste - Saturday 3 February, 2018
Waste, turtles, and money: Why Irish pubs and cafés are ditching plastic straws
We talked to them to find out more about the reasons behind the decision.
# waste - Sunday 28 January, 2018
Prosecutions for illegal dumping expected after covert CCTV operations in Wicklow and Dublin
These operations were run by the Pure project, which has been running for the last ten years.
# waste - Saturday 6 January, 2018
'We need reverse vending machines in shops with a 25c deposit on containers'
As a kid I remember collecting old Cidona bottles from the hedgerows and receiving five pence from the local shop for each one that I returned, writes Ciarán Cuffe.
# waste - Monday 27 November, 2017
Poll: Do you argue over who puts out the bin?
Give it to us straight. Be honest.
# waste - Friday 24 November, 2017
Wrapping waste used in online deliveries has increased by 28% - report
Repak wants online retailers to contribute to recycling efforts being made here in Ireland.
# waste - Monday 30 October, 2017
The Environment Minister took TheJournal.ie for a spin in his new e-car - and Michael Healy Rae might be next
The minister talks electric cars and why Michael Healy Rae is wrong to say they’re total rubbish.
# waste - Sunday 17 September, 2017
Recycling expert says those who carry their own cup should get 20c off their coffee
Dr Tara Shine said lessons were learned from the plastic bag levy and people should be rewarded for recycling.
# waste - Tuesday 29 August, 2017
'The reality is it produces dangerous toxins': Concerns about plan to burn tyres at Limerick plant
Irish Cement wants to burn tyres and other industrial waste at its factory in Mungret.
# waste - Monday 28 August, 2017
Greyhound says it wants garda protection for waste collection crews in parts of Dublin
Greyhound Household has released video footage of Dublin residents verbally abusing staff members.
# waste - Thursday 6 July, 2017
Poll: Would you remove all recyclable packaging at point of purchase?
Give it to us straight. Be honest.
# waste - Wednesday 5 July, 2017
'Dignity in the House': TD presents a bag of his plastic household waste in the Dáil
“We are in the House of Parliament on national television,” cried out the Leas Ceann Comhairle.
# waste - Thursday 29 June, 2017
'Who is going to pick it up?': Donohoe hits back at those trying to block new bin charges scheme
Both Sinn Féin and Fianna Fáil have tabled motions on the issue.
# waste - Wednesday 28 June, 2017
A lot more people are getting a brown bin for recycling
The mandatory pay-by-weight scheme is to be scrapped.
# waste - Tuesday 27 June, 2017
Flat charges on your bins are to be scrapped
The controversial pay-by-weight scheme has been replaced with this new regime.
# waste - Wednesday 21 June, 2017
Poll: Have you ever asked someone to pick up their litter?
Give it to us straight. Be honest.
# waste - Tuesday 20 June, 2017
Parents gather to discuss effect of 'incredibly stupid' Poolbeg incinerator
The activist group ‘Parents Against the Incinerator’ are holding a meeting this evening. Here’s a bit of what will be discussed.
# waste - Saturday 3 June, 2017
Farmers use maggots to tackle China's mountain of food waste
There is a lot of money to be made from maggot animal feed and manure.
# waste - Wednesday 24 May, 2017
Boy in critical condition after toxic waste left at Belfast bonfire site
The PSNI said that the boy is currently receiving treatment in hospital after it is believed he came into contact with the hazardous substance.
# waste - Sunday 21 May, 2017
Bin companies have started to charge for heavy bins without the government's agreement
It comes after the pay-by-weight scheme was delayed last year.
# waste - Thursday 18 May, 2017
Poll: Are you good at recycling?
What do you really think? Be honest.
# waste - Thursday 11 May, 2017
Local councils are getting help to rid dog poo from our streets
Not picking up after your dog can land you with a fine of up to €150.
# waste - Sunday 7 May, 2017
A 75-year-old diver is stalling waste-dumping plans from Ireland's largest company
CRH subsidiary Roadstone has been delayed from filling a disused quarry with construction refuse.
# waste - Wednesday 3 May, 2017
No, the Poolbeg incinerator hasn't started burning waste just yet
The plant has been gearing up for its first day of operations, in a process known as ‘hot commissioning’.
# waste - Tuesday 28 March, 2017
Households which waste water 'to face prosecution' under proposed new plans
There are also plans to give some money back to those who paid the charges.
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Poll: Do you prefer sunshine or rainy days?
WELL, IT’S BEEN a week of blue skies across the country, with little rain in sight.
While it’s forecast to be colder over the weekend than in recent days, conditions, for the most part, are due to remain dry and sunny.
Temperatures today are to range between 9 and 15 degrees.
With little to no rain in sight at the moment, we’re wondering – are you itching for a rainy day? Or are you loving the sunshine?
So, today we want to know: Do you prefer sunshine or rainy days?
Poll Results:
Sunshine, definitely (9810)
I like both (1785)
Rain, for sure (783)
I actually prefer snow more than anything (546)
Share your story: voices@thejournal.ie
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