Let's Go Green with Aisling O'Rourke

As thousands of people prepare to head to the National Ploughing Championships, this week on Let’s Go Green we’re asking how Irish farming can adapt to a changing climate.
Alex White, Chairperson of the Climate Change Advisory Council, joins me to discuss the Council’s call for greater support for farmers to diversify, and why helping farming communities adapt is an important part of Ireland’s response to climate change.
I’m also joined by Anna Browne of Big Sky Flowers to talk about our own patches of green. Anna shares practical advice on creating a more resilient garden that can cope with changing conditions while providing valuable support for biodiversity.
And with the National Ploughing Championships kicking off tomorrow, I’ll have some practical tips to help you make the most of your visit.
Tune in every Monday night at 7 pm on Midlands 103 or listen back on your preferred podcast platform.
Let’s Go Green is proudly sponsored by EirGrid Group.

What does El Niño mean for our weather, and what impact could it have here in Ireland?
This week on Let’s Go Green with Aisling O’Rourke on Midlands 103, I’m joined by Professor John Sweeney to discuss the El Niño we are currently experiencing, what is driving it and what it could mean for our climate and weather patterns.
Kate Doyle of Ecokinly joins me to talk about reusable period pads, how they work and why reusable period products could help us reduce waste from everyday essentials.
And if you’re involved with a community group, we have details of a new round of funding from Community Foundation Ireland and how it could support projects in communities across the country.
Tune in every Monday night at 7 pm on Midlands 103 or listen back on your preferred podcast platform.
Let’s Go Green is proudly sponsored by EirGrid Group.

What do passive houses, knitting and a climate carnival have in common?
They’re all part of this week’s Let’s Go Green with Aisling O’Rourke on Midlands 103.
Tomas O’Leary of MosArt joins me to talk about passive houses, how they work and what we can learn from building homes that use significantly less energy.
Lorna McCormack of Wool in School tells me why she wants to bring knitting back into Irish classrooms, reconnecting children with wool, traditional skills and where our materials come from.
And Tom Popple joins me ahead of the upcoming Climate Carnival at Ballintubbert House and Gardens, a celebration of climate action, ideas and community.
Tune in every Monday night at 7 pm on Midlands 103 or listen back on your preferred podcast platform.
Let’s Go Green is proudly sponsored by EirGrid Group.

Let's Go Green with Zoe Ryan

This week on Let’s Go Green with Aisling O’Rourke on Midlands 103, we’re talking farming, forests and the fascinating relationship between dogs and humans.
Alice Doyle, Deputy President of the Irish Farmers’ Association, joins me to discuss the impact of the recent heatwave on Ireland’s farmers, from the pressure on crops and livestock to the challenges increasingly unpredictable weather creates for the sector.
Tracy McCabe of Grown Forest tells us about their work to restore Ireland’s forests and why creating diverse, resilient woodland is so important for biodiversity and our changing climate.
And can your dog really tell how you’re feeling? We take a look at the science behind whether dogs can detect human emotions and what might be going on when they seem to know exactly how we feel.
Tune in every Monday night at 7 pm on Midlands 103 or listen back wherever you get your podcasts.
Let’s Go Green is proudly sponsored by EirGrid Group.