Re:Energise from ESB

How do we translate climate activism into real, measurable corporate and political action? Host Meghann Scully dives deep into how everyday citizens and major industries can work together to tackle environmental apathy and shape a sustainable future for Ireland.

In this mini-episode of the ESB Re:Energise podcast, we map out the true path to systemic change with two leading sustainability experts:

Dr. Tara Shine – Globally recognized environmental scientist, international climate policy advisor, and co-founder of Change by Degrees.

Sharon McManus – Group Head of Sustainability at ESB, breaking down how one of Ireland's largest energy companies implements massive climate action from the boardroom.

Discover how to transition from individual green habits to systemic global change, what the biggest challenges facing climate engagement are today, and how to find your voice in the green transition.

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Are extreme storms in Ireland getting worse? Host Meghann Scully looks at the terrifying reality of Storm Éowyn—the historic cyclone that broke 80-year-old national wind records—to uncover what role climate change is playing in our changing weather patterns.

In this mini-episode of the ESB Re:Energise podcast, we map the human impact and the monumental response to Ireland's worst storm in decades:

Dr. Noel Fitzpatrick – Weather researcher and science communicator, who breaks down the hard science behind escalating global climate trends.

Neil and Maura – Limerick residents who share their firsthand, harrowing experience of what it was like when Storm Éowyn directly hit their home.

Siobhan Wynne (ESB Networks) – Provides an exclusive, behind-the-scenes look at the massive emergency power restoration efforts that followed the destruction.

Discover what it takes to protect and repair the Irish power grid during a red weather alert, and how communities can build resilience against severe weather futures.

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How can technology and kitchen creativity solve Ireland's food waste problem? Host Meghann Scully chats with three experts who are tackling food waste from three completely different angles—from artificial intelligence to professional sports nutrition.

In this mini-episode of the ESB Re:Energise podcast, we get an exclusive look inside the kitchens changing how we eat:

Maurice McGeehan – Head Performance Chef at the IRFU, sharing behind-the-scenes insights into food education and the exact meals that fuel Irish rugby players.

Liam Murphy – Country Manager at Positive Carbon, explaining how cutting-edge AI food waste monitors are helping businesses track and slash their waste in real time.

Niall Sabongi – Chef, restaurant owner, and founder of Sustainable Seafood Ireland, breaking down what it actually means to eat responsibly from our oceans.

Discover how smarter technology, pro-athlete habits, and ocean conservation are reshaping our food futures—and how you can cut your own waste at home.

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Want to break free from the fast fashion trap? Host Meghann Scully dives into the massive environmental cost of textile waste and explores how the future of style can be ethical, circular, and incredibly successful in Ireland.

In this mini-episode of the ESB Re:Energise podcast, we meet two major figures rewriting the rules of the Irish clothing industry:

Aoife McNamara – Founder of her own luxury clothing brand and Ireland’s very first B Corp-certified fashion house, sharing how to create premium garments without hurting the planet.

Cian Charlton – Owner of 35 Vintage on Fade Street, Dublin, charting his incredible journey from selling his own clothes online to running one of the capital's top pre-loved stores.

Discover what "sustainable fashion" actually means, how to build a timeless wardrobe, and why vintage and ethical choices are dominating the future of retail.

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Can Ireland achieve a 100% clean energy future? Host Meghann Scully sits down with one of the country's leading energy experts to explore how we can look back at a massive historical milestone—the building of Ardnacrusha power station in Co. Clare nearly 100 years ago—to solve our modern climate crisis.

In this mini-episode of the ESB Re:Energise podcast, we are joined by:

Dr. Paul Deane – Senior Lecturer in Clean Energy Futures at University College Cork (UCC).

Discover what it will actually take for Ireland to reach its net-zero climate goals, how we can secure a self-sufficient and clean power supply, and what these massive renewable energy shifts mean for local communities and your electricity bills.

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