Category Archives: Environmental Campaigns

European Mobility Week is kicking off this Sunday

Posted on September 14, 2018 by
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Anti-Dumping Campaign launched at Saleens Beach

Posted on September 12, 2018 by

An anti-dumping campaign was launched this week at Saleens Beach by Deputy Plenary Mayor Cllr. John O’Leary. The campaign encourages householders to ask for a waste collection permit before giving their waste to anyone for disposal. A short animated video … Continue reading →

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New Dog Licence System in operation

Posted on July 3, 2018 by

Does your dog have a licence ? You must have a licence by law. They cost €20 p/a or €140 for the lifetime of the dog. Dog Licences can now be purchased online from #Waterford City & County Council, via … Continue reading →

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Waterford Blue Flag and Green Coast Beach Awards 2018

Posted on June 1, 2018 by

Press Release At a recent An Taisce awards ceremony, County Waterford’s beaches were awarded with 5 Blue Flag awards and 6 Green Coast awards for 2018.  These awards are only made to bathing areas with excellent water quality and beach … Continue reading →

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Master Composter Training Course

Posted on May 11, 2018 by

Waterford Council, in conjunction with the EPA invite you to join us at Clodaigh House, Portlaw, Co.Waterford for a packed training programme to teach people how to reduce food waste and compost at home or within the community. Training consists … Continue reading →

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Waterford Householders encouraged to dispose of Hazardous Waste safely and for free

Posted on April 30, 2018 by

Waterford City & County Council is encouraging householders across the county to avail of its Free Household Hazardous Waste Drop Off Day on Saturday, May 5, 2018. From 9am to 4pm on this day only, certain hazardous wastes found around … Continue reading →

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“Think Before You Flush” campaign

Posted on April 19, 2018 by

Thousands of used sanitary and bathroom products are flushed down the toilet every day.  These items can cause blockages, meaning this type of waste ends up polluting our marine environment. Wastewater systems are not designed to deal with large amounts … Continue reading →

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