Kildare Co.Co Podcast Series

Episode 5: Keith McCrory, Maynooth Community Church
Keith McCrory, Minister for Maynooth Community Church, talks about their new Net-Zero
facility. Discover the building’s energy-saving features, from solar panels to its heat recovery
system, and hear about their future plans for gardens, orchards, and water conservation. Find
out how collaboration and innovation are shaping a greener future for the community.
Discover more climate initiatives:
Visit the Climate Action Office page on the Kildare County Council website to explore additional
projects and resources that support a sustainable future. Climate Action – Kildare County Council
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Episode 4: Trevor Harris, Donadea Organic Farm

Trevor Harris, an organic and biodynamic farmer in Donadea, explains how working with
nature – without chemical pesticides or fertilisers – creates a thriving farm ecosystem.
Learn about his approach to soil health, mixed diets for animals, and the importance of leaving
hedgerows untouched to support wildlife.
Discover more climate initiatives:
Visit the Climate Action Office page on the Kildare County Council website to explore additional
projects and resources that support a sustainable future.
Climate Action – Kildare County Council
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Episode 3: Norman Dunne, Dunne’s Farm Maynooth
Norman Dunne shares his journey in regenerative farming just outside Maynooth. Hear how
he’s reducing chemical use, improving soil health, and encouraging biodiversity by letting
hedgerows flourish. Discover how sustainable farming practices can support both the
environment and the local community.
Discover more climate initiatives:

Visit the Climate Action Office page on the Kildare County Council website to explore additional
projects and resources that support a sustainable future.
Climate Action – Kildare County Council
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Episode 2: Maynooth Sustainable Energy Community

Join Michael Kenny and Peter Hamilton as they discuss the work of the Maynooth
Sustainable Energy Community (SEC). Learn how this group is driving the transition to
renewable energy, supporting retrofits, and empowering neighbours with trusted advice.
Find out about their collaboration with Kildare County Council and Maynooth University Green
Campus as well as their development of their Energy Masterplan for Maynooth.
Discover more climate initiatives:
Visit the Climate Action Office page on the Kildare County Council website to explore additional
projects and resources that support a sustainable future.
Climate Action – Kildare County Council
Music: Colors by Cykarl , License: Creative Commons
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Together for a Sustainable Future – Podcast Series
Meet Denise Regan and Jennith Ligue from Maynooth Community Care Unit. In this
episode, they share how their team transformed a courtyard into a pollinator-friendly garden,
set up an innovative waste management system, and embraced reusing furniture and
medical equipment. Discover practical steps for climate action in residential care and how
these changes benefit both people and nature.
Discover more climate initiatives:
Visit the Climate Action Office page on the Kildare County Council website to explore additional
projects and resources that support a sustainable future.
Climate Action – Kildare County Council
Music: Colors by Cykarl , License: Creative Commons
See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.