Let's Go Green with Aisling O'Rourke

Episode 167

47 min · 19. mars 2026
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This week on Let’s Go Green with Aisling O’Rourke on Midlands 103, we’re looking at energy use in our homes, celebrating local food innovation and keeping an eye on the weather ahead of St Patrick’s Day. Dr Muireann Lynch joins us to discuss a new report from the ESRI examining Ireland’s decarbonisation efforts. The research suggests that while many homes are improving their BER ratings, this is not always translating into lower energy consumption, raising important questions about behaviour and energy use. Fiona McCormack, a County Longford beekeeper, talks to us about her involvement in the Local Enterprise Office and SuperValu Food Academy and the growing interest in locally produced food. And Lynne Gallagher of Irish Heritage Knitwear joins me to outline fundraising efforts aimed at establishing a fully operational Irish wool mill, helping to support local farmers and bring more value to Irish wool. We’ll also take a look at the weather forecast for St Patrick’s Day to see what conditions might be in store for the celebrations. Tune in every Monday night at 7pm on Midlands 103 or listen back on your preferred podcast platform. Let’s Go Green is proudly sponsored by EirGrid Group.

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