The European Environmental Bureau (http://www.eeb.org/) is currently developing a project researching the Water Energy Nexus.  The project studies water use related to thermal power generation, quality assessment of discharged waste water and water pricing strategies from lignite/peat mines and thermal power plants. Generation of electricity by thermal power plants is the second most important source...

A waste collection permit is required where a person wishes to collect waste for the purposes of reward or profit.  In accordance with Section 24(1) of the Waste Management ( Collection Permit) Regulations 2007 & 2008, a waste collection permit is valid for 5 years from the day it was granted.  Process for applying for...

Team: A group of people with a full set of complementary skills required to complete a task, job, or project. Team members Operate with a high degree of interdependence Share authority and responsibility for self-management, Are accountable for the collective performance Work toward a common goal and shared rewards(s). A team becomes more than just...

I graduated from LIT with a Bachelor of Science (Honours) degree in Environmental and Natural Resource Management & I am currently working as an Environmental Scientist for ECOS Environmental Consultants in Limerick. In the course of my job with ECOS.  I have gained experience across many different business sectors and a broad range of projects...

Environmental management has a raft of legislation associated with it covering air emissions water, waste water, integrated pollution control now known as industrial emissions. Environmental management has significant implications for business in terms of legal compliance, cost and technical measures to be implemented. How you address environmental management can have a significant bearing on your business and profitability. There are...

If your business produces a waste you have an obligation to dispose of it in a legal manner. There are two keys things all businesses need to be aware of.  Waste is your responsibility until it reaches its final destination.  When it leaves your site it must be transported by a suitably licensed waste collection company. Not...

Recycling: How are the we doing when it comes to recycling? Most of us are doing it to some extent but some of us are unsure if we are doing it correctly. Thankfully as a nation we are switched on to the importance of recycling and the role that we play as individuals.  However, even...

JOB SUMMARY We are seeking a suitably qualified environmental scientist with 2 – 5 years proven experience in the areas of environmental management and licences. The successful candidate will work on projects relating to water, waste and wastewater in the areas of environmental management, licence application, review and compliance. Roles / Responsibilities: Responsibilities will include:...

A waste collection permit is required where a person wishes to collect waste for the purposes of reward or profit.   Existing permit holders should take note of the expiry date of your waste collection permit. A waste collection permit is valid for 5 years from the grant date. In accordance with Section 24(1) of the...