IKC3 - Ireland's Knowledge Centre for Carbon, Climate and Community Action

A massive thank you to those who attended the Sustainability Professionals Network with Galway Chamber yesterday. A great event with really engaging speakers, Tiarnan McCusker from Comhairle Cathrach na Gaillimhe / Galway City Council, Jim Briscoe from Avaya and Shane Tuohy from Link Galway CLG, who shared their sustainability journeys. Helena McMahon Michael Slevin Dr Aodhan Newsholme David Williamson Jessica Dennison Eve Savage Quentin Crowley Fionnuala Murphy Sharon O'Rourke Gaia A. Scalabrino, Ph.D. Helen Sheridan FRSC, FTCD Rajat Nag Dr. Subhash Chandra Tamiris da Costa Camila Perussello Catriona Power FRSA James Gaffey Jane Stout Sorcha Carthy Mary Rose Stafford Munster Technological University University College Dublin Teagasc Circular Bioeconomy Cluster Circular Bioeconomy Research Group (CIRCBIO) BiOrbic, Bioeconomy SFI Research Centre Irish Bioeconomy Foundation Department of Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science Circular Bio-based Europe Joint Undertaking (CBE JU) Fuzion #bioeconomy #collaboration #community #upskilling #professionaldevelopment #furthereducation #sustainability #carbonneutral #climatechange #environment #industry

#hiring Education & Outreach Manager at Circular Bioeconomy Cluster I am recruting for a highly motivated and dymanic professional, with extensive industry liasion, innovation and business progamme managment, and cluster managment experience to lead and further scale the Circular Bioeconomy Cluster. The Cluster part of the Circular Bioeconomy Research Group (CIRCBIO)has an All Island membership and an extensive EU network is a driver of Circular Bioeconomy development advancing decarbonisation, new product and value chain develoment. This role will involve delivery of the cluster strategy via intensive engagment with the Cluster membership, training, enterprise and innovation services, engaging with large industry, SMEs, start-ups and government, and education stakeholders. The Circular Bioeconomy Cluster is one of 11 Enterprise Ireland funded Clusters and the successful candidate will become part of the national Education and Outreach Manager Network. A hugely exciting and dynamic role, for those looking for an impact led role, check out the full job description at: ➡ www.mtu.ie/vacancies 📍Based at Kerry Campus, Munster Technological University ⏰ Deadline to apply , 1pm, 6th November Munster Technological University Circular Bioeconomy Research Group (CIRCBIO) BiOrbic, Bioeconomy SFI Research Centre Patrick Barrett Joseph Walsh James Gaffey Dave Barry Catriona Power FRSA

Want to find out more about the Certificate in Circular Economy? Join us for an information webinar on Tuesday 5th November from 1:30pm - 2pm to hear from course lecturers on this innovative programme. This online, part-time programme will start in January 2025. Eligible applicants can avail of free or 90% funded places through Springboard+. Register now: https://lnkd.in/e2_wzJ27 Helena McMahon Michael Slevin Dr Aodhan Newsholme David Williamson Jessica Dennison Eve Savage Quentin Crowley Fionnuala Murphy Sharon O'Rourke Gaia A. Scalabrino, Ph.D. Helen Sheridan FRSC, FTCD Rajat Nag Dr. Subhash Chandra Tamiris da Costa Camila Perussello Catriona Power FRSA James Gaffey Jane Stout Sorcha Carthy Mary Rose Stafford Munster Technological University University College Dublin Teagasc Circular Bioeconomy Cluster Circular Bioeconomy Research Group (CIRCBIO) BiOrbic, Bioeconomy SFI Research Centre Irish Bioeconomy Foundation Department of Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science Circular Bio-based Europe Joint Undertaking (CBE JU) Fuzion #bioeconomy #collaboration #community #upskilling #professionaldevelopment #furthereducation #sustainability #carbonneutral #climatechange #environment #industry

Our second guest speaker for our Galway Chamber Sustainabilty Professionals Network, this Thursday 24th October, is Tiarnan McCusker, Community Climate Action Officer with Comhairle Cathrach na Gaillimhe / Galway City Council. Tiarnan will discuss the Council's Climate Action Plan and how they aim to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from across its own assets and infrastructure, as well as influencing, facilitating and co-ordinating the climate actions of communities and other stakeholders in Galway City. For more information and to register visit: https://lnkd.in/eQbsVfVb Helena McMahon Michael Slevin Dr Aodhan Newsholme David Williamson Jessica Dennison Eve Savage Quentin Crowley Fionnuala Murphy Sharon O'Rourke Gaia A. Scalabrino, Ph.D. Helen Sheridan FRSC, FTCD Rajat Nag Dr. Subhash Chandra Tamiris da Costa Camila Perussello Catriona Power FRSA James Gaffey Jane Stout Sorcha Carthy Mary Rose Stafford Munster Technological University University College Dublin Teagasc Circular Bioeconomy Cluster Circular Bioeconomy Research Group (CIRCBIO) BiOrbic, Bioeconomy SFI Research Centre Irish Bioeconomy Foundation Department of Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science Circular Bio-based Europe Joint Undertaking (CBE JU) Fuzion #bioeconomy #collaboration #community #upskilling #professionaldevelopment #furthereducation #sustainability #carbonneutral #climatechange #environment #industry

Are you curious to understand how plants, seaweeds and other natural sources provide us with innovative solutions? Then join us on the new online course we released! As part of the #Bioeconomy Ireland Week 2024 launch at the Department of the Environment, Climate and Communications, NatPro has launched an online #MOOC course named '#NaturalProducts: Harnessing Nature's Resources for a Better World', together with IKC3 - Ireland's Knowledge Centre for Carbon, Climate and Community Action. If you wish to know more about it, see below the Trinity College Dublin News. NatPro is based at the TCD School of Pharmacy & Pharmaceutical Sciences. #education #Irishbioeconomy #BIW2024 Helen Sheridan FRSC, FTCD Gaia A. Scalabrino, Ph.D. Maria Pigott John Walsh Fabio Boylan https://lnkd.in/eVgs4Z-h

IKC3 project partners, Trinity College Dublin and NatPro -Trinity Centre for Natural Products Research, have launched a free Massive Open Online Course (MOOC) on 'Natural Products: Harnessing Nature’s Resources for a Better World'. This online course is availabe to anyone interested in understanding how plants, seaweeds and other natural sources provide us with innovative solutions. To find out more and to apply visit https://lnkd.in/e74dfJFN Helena McMahon Michael Slevin Dr Aodhan Newsholme David Williamson Jessica Dennison Eve Savage Quentin Crowley Fionnuala Murphy Sharon O'Rourke Gaia A. Scalabrino, Ph.D. Helen Sheridan FRSC, FTCD Rajat Nag Dr. Subhash Chandra Tamiris da Costa Camila Perussello Catriona Power FRSA James Gaffey Jane Stout Sorcha Carthy Mary Rose Stafford NatPro -Trinity Centre for Natural Products Research Munster Technological University University College Dublin Teagasc Circular Bioeconomy Cluster Circular Bioeconomy Research Group (CIRCBIO) BiOrbic, Bioeconomy SFI Research Centre Irish Bioeconomy Foundation Department of Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science Circular Bio-based Europe Joint Undertaking (CBE JU) Fuzion #bioeconomy #collaboration #community #upskilling #professionaldevelopment #furthereducation #sustainability #carbonneutral #climatechange #environment #industry

IKC3 are excited to partner with Microsoft Ireland Dream Space with support from RTE Learn to bring Code Green, a series of on-demand educational programmes, to primary school students around the country. These hands-on resources are designed to help young people understand their role in creating a more sustainable future🌎♻️ IKC3 are seeking 20 primary schools to take part in the Code Green Initiative✨🎓 Schools will receive a resource bundle which includes Micro:bit Class Packs, Sustainability Skills Passports and reward stickers for each pupil and educator guides supported with one-to-one tips from the IKC3 team as classes complete the series. For more information and to register your interest in participating visit👉 ikc3.ie/codegreen Helena McMahon Michael Slevin Dr Aodhan Newsholme David Williamson Jessica Dennison Eve Savage Quentin Crowley Fionnuala Murphy Sharon O'Rourke Gaia A. Scalabrino, Ph.D. Helen Sheridan FRSC, FTCD Rajat Nag Dr. Subhash Chandra Tamiris da Costa Camila Perussello Catriona Power FRSA James Gaffey Jane Stout Sorcha Carthy Mary Rose Stafford Munster Technological University University College Dublin Teagasc Circular Bioeconomy Cluster Circular Bioeconomy Research Group (CIRCBIO) BiOrbic, Bioeconomy SFI Research Centre Irish Bioeconomy Foundation Department of Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science Circular Bio-based Europe Joint Undertaking (CBE JU) Fuzion #bioeconomy #collaboration #community #upskilling #professionaldevelopment #furthereducation #sustainability #carbonneutral #climatechange #environment #industry

Applications are open for the Certificate in Circular Economy delivered by the IKC3 team at Munster Technological University! If you want to optimise your business and create value from the waste it generates then this programme will provide you with the skills and knowledge to reach these goals🌊🌳🌎♻️ Eligible participants can avail of a free or part-funded place through the Springboard+ intiative, the part-funded cost is €145. 📚 Free or Part-Funded through Springboard+ 📅 Commencing in January 2025 📍 Online, Part-Time To find out more and to apply visit https://lnkd.in/eEc23YtV Helena McMahon Michael Slevin Dr Aodhan Newsholme David Williamson Jessica Dennison Eve Savage Quentin Crowley Fionnuala Murphy Sharon O'Rourke Gaia A. Scalabrino, Ph.D. Helen Sheridan FRSC, FTCD Rajat Nag Dr. Subhash Chandra Tamiris da Costa Camila Perussello Catriona Power FRSA James Gaffey Jane Stout Sorcha Carthy Mary Rose Stafford Munster Technological University University College Dublin Teagasc Circular Bioeconomy Cluster Circular Bioeconomy Research Group (CIRCBIO) BiOrbic, Bioeconomy SFI Research Centre Irish Bioeconomy Foundation Department of Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science Circular Bio-based Europe Joint Undertaking (CBE JU) Fuzion #bioeconomy #collaboration #community #upskilling #professionaldevelopment #furthereducation #sustainability #carbonneutral #climatechange #environment #industry

We are delighted to announce the first of our guest speakers for our Galway Chamber Sustainability Professionals Networking event on 24th October. Shane Tuohy is the manager of Café Link, a social enterprise operating in Galway City since 1990 providing inclusive employment opportunities to people with intellectual disabilities. Café Link employs several people with intellectual disabilities and have a number of trainees at their culinary skills training centre, some of which, will be gaining employment through their new venture, a bakery and catering business. Café Link will also providing the buffet breakfast for the networking event, we can't wait to try their fresh bakes! For more information and to register visit: https://lnkd.in/eQbsVfVb Helena McMahon Michael Slevin Dr Aodhan Newsholme David Williamson Jessica Dennison Eve Savage Quentin Crowley Fionnuala Murphy Sharon O'Rourke Gaia A. Scalabrino, Ph.D. Helen Sheridan FRSC, FTCD Rajat Nag Dr. Subhash Chandra Tamiris da Costa Camila Perussello Catriona Power FRSA James Gaffey Jane Stout Sorcha Carthy Mary Rose Stafford Munster Technological University University College Dublin Teagasc Circular Bioeconomy Cluster Circular Bioeconomy Research Group (CIRCBIO) BiOrbic, Bioeconomy SFI Research Centre Irish Bioeconomy Foundation Department of Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science Circular Bio-based Europe Joint Undertaking (CBE JU) Fuzion #bioeconomy #collaboration #community #upskilling #professionaldevelopment #furthereducation #sustainability #carbonneutral #climatechange #environment #industry

IKC3 Lecturer, Dr Aodhan Newsholme, is attending the launch of 'Green Skills 2030, the first National Further Education and Training (FET) Strategy for the Green Transition. Green Skills 2030 identifies key skills gaps impacting Ireland’s ability to transition to a climate neutral society across critical sectors such as construction, agriculture, transport, energy, hospitality, and finance.