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International experts address Learning Limerick seminar

In attendance at King John’s Castle for the international seminar hosted by Learning Limerick are, from left, Denis Barrett, Cork Learning City, Kristiina Erkkilä, Director of Development...

Community7 years ago

Learning Limerick Ambassadors unveiled to inspire those to start learning

Pictured at the Signing of the Memorandum of Understanding between the lead partners for Learning Limerick and launch of the new Learning Ambassadors initiative were, Learning...

News8 years ago

Learning Limerick Strategic Plan 2018 grows Limerick as a Learning Region

Learning Limerick Strategic Plan 2018 grows Limerick as a Learning Region – Pictured at the launch were, Yvonne Lane, Paul Partnership, Patricia Rainsford, Limerick Integration Group,...

Education9 years ago

Limerick receives UNESCO Learning City Award 2017

The Mayor of Limerick Stephen Keary was there to accept the UNESCO Learning City Award 2017 on behalf of Limerick Learning Group and the people of...

Community10 years ago

Learning Limerick Midwest showcase at PASCAL International Conference

Learning Limerick – Yvonne Lane, Pat Dowling, Eimear Brophy, Anna Rooney, Trisha Rainsford, Mary Hamilton and John Morris promoting the Limerick 2020 Bid at the International Learning...

Limerick Mental Health Awareness and Life Long Learning Festival

Community10 years ago

Limerick Mental Health Awareness and Life Long Learning Festival at the Milk Market

Limerick Mental Health Awareness and Life Long Learning Festival -Pictured above Patrick Fitzgerald, Amanda Clifford & Milly The Limerick Mental Health Awareness mascot Limerick Mental Health...

University of Limerick researchers are to lead a €5 million project designed to turn climate innovation into real-world solutions for rural communities and industry, it has been announced. The BIOCHAR project, led by Professor JJ Leahy, Department of Chemical Sciences and member of the Bernal Institute, will mark a major step forward in turning biochar research into practical climate solutions for agriculture, construction and industry. Biochar is a carbon-rich material produced from sustainably sourced biomass (such as wood chips or crop residues) which has the potential to improve soil health, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, enhance construction materials and support circular economy value chains. The research project will bring together a range of partners from across Ireland and leverage their experience to develop and produce a sustainable biochar product for demonstration in agriculture, water treatment, and transport infrastructure. The project will also develop a high-level blueprint for a mid-sized biochar facility to support future investment and replication in the region. BIOCHAR aims to maximise the visibility, uptake and scalability of project results by delivering targeted dissemination and exploitation activities that translate biochar research into practical, sector-specific insights for agriculture, construction, industry, policymakers and rural communities. The project focuses on ensuring that these benefits are accessible, economically viable and aligned with regional and national climate goals. The project will be delivered in Ireland’s Just Transition region in the Midlands, supporting rural communities as they adapt to climate action through innovation, skills development and sustainable economic opportunity. BIOCHAR is one of two bioeconomy demonstration initiatives announced by Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Martin Heydon TD, and Minister for Climate, Energy and the Environment, Darragh O’Brien TD. In addition to the €5 million funding for the UL-led project, a further €5 million is being awarded to ‘TRANSFORM’, which is led by University College Dublin. Marking the announcement, Minister Heydon said: “I am delighted to announce this €10 million in funding for two new bioeconomy demonstrator projects, as part of the EU Just Transition Fund. The BIOCHAR and TRANSFORM projects will demonstrate the potential uses of biochar in agriculture, bioenergy and sustainability, as well as transforming agri-food byproducts and waste into functional ingredients. This investment will build on the €22 million already committed to other bioeconomy pilot projects, demonstrating the Government’s commitment to ensuring the bioeconomy is scaled up across our economy and our rural areas.” Commenting on the initiatives, Minister O’Brien stated: “I am delighted to see investment in two further bioeconomy demonstration projects in the Midlands region as part of the EU Just Transition Programme. This further investment into the region will support sustainability, innovation, economic and employment opportunities while continuing to build a solid base for regional expertise in this emerging area. "The ‘BIOCHAR’ and ‘TRANSFORM’ projects provide an excellent opportunity to showcase the practical application of the circular economy model while demonstrating how the efficient and sustainable use of waste and by-products can support climate and economic goals. I look forward to hearing more about these projects as they develop and deliver opportunities within the Midlands region.” BIOCHAR will deliver tailored engagement activities, sector-focused resources and knowledge-sharing initiatives designed to support uptake of biochar solutions, while also informing policy development and future investment decisions. UL's Professor Leahy has highlighted the project’s focus on impact and collaboration: “BIOCHAR is about moving from research to real-world application. By working closely with partners and rural communities, we are ensuring that biochar solutions are practical, scalable and capable of delivering long-term value as part of Ireland’s climate transition. “Bringing together research organisations, industry partners, policymakers and community stakeholders, the project will engage participants across the Just Transition region and beyond, ensuring that project outcomes are widely shared and embedded beyond the project’s duration.” Head of the EU Commission Representation in Ireland, Peter Power, said: “The EU Just Transition Fund is supporting Ireland’s Midlands in its path towards a net-zero economy that works for people and communities. "The support announced for two circular bioeconomy projects is yet another example of how the EU JTF Programme is drawing on the resources and expertise already available within the region to strengthen innovative ecosystems and to create high-value, sustainable jobs. This is fully in line with the EU JTF’s objective, to support innovative and place-based opportunities that will have a lasting impact on the territory and on its people.”

Environment2 months ago

University of Limerick to lead €5 million BIOCHAR project to turn climate innovation into real-world solutions

University of Limerick (UL) to lead €5 million BIOCHAR project to turn climate innovation into real-world solutions UL researchers are to lead a €5 million BIOCHAR...

Education3 months ago

UL PhD graduate pioneering breast milk research dedicated to the world’s tiniest patients

Professor Roy Philip who was conferred with a PhD in Preventive Neonatology from University of Limerick is pictured with his wife Shirley Abraham and daughter, Megha...

Education5 months ago

Mary Immaculate College joins Age-Friendly University Global Network

MIC joins Age-Friendly University Global Network. Patricia O’Sullivan, Enterprise & Community Engagement Manager; Councillor Seán Hartigan, Mayor of Limerick Representative; Minister of State for Older People...

TUS and the Middle East GAA Educational Partnership Agreement strengthening ties between Ireland and the Irish Middle East disapora

Education5 months ago

Technological University of the Shannon and Middle East GAA announce landmark Educational Partnership Agreement

Technological University of the Shannon (TUS) and Middle East GAA announce landmark Educational Partnership Agreement TUS and the Middle East GAA have announced an Educational Partnership...

Environment5 months ago

University of Limerick named among top sustainable universities in the world

UL named among top sustainable universities in the world. The rankings were originally devised in acknowledgement of universities’ “integral role in the joint effort between stakeholders...

Education6 months ago

PHOTOS MIC celebrates more than 1,000 students at 2025 conferring ceremonies

Gemma Geary – Kilbeheny, Limerick, Niamh Flannery – Kilmaine, Mayo and Dearbhla Grogan – Aherlow Tipperary, run in from the rain as they arrived to be...

Education7 months ago

Inclusion takes centre stage at the 2025 MIC LINC Programme graduation ceremony

527 Inclusion Coordinators from across Ireland graduate at the 2025 MIC LINC Programme ceremony. Katherine Rubie of Dublin and Cristina Simon of Links Kilternan Dublin pictured...

Professor Kenneth Stanton, Executive Dean of UL’s Faculty of Science and Engineering Joe Nuzzolese, Corporate Vice President, Global Supply Chain and Quality of Edwards Lifesciences sign the Memorandum of Understanding Picture: Alan Place

Health8 months ago

UL and Edwards Lifesciences sign agreement to accelerate medical device innovation and talent development

Professor Kenneth Stanton, Executive Dean of UL Faculty of Science and Engineering Joe Nuzzolese, Corporate Vice President, Global Supply Chain and Quality of Edwards Lifesciences sign...

There was a full house at the Millenium Theatre, TUS, today as twenty students celebrated a milestone achievement as the first graduates from The Certificate in Inclusive Employment. Pictured celebrating their graduation after todays ceremony in TUS Limerick. Pic Arthur Ellis

Education11 months ago

Full house for inaugural graduation of TUS Certificate in Inclusive Employment

There was a full house at the Millenium Theatre, TUS, today as twenty students celebrated a milestone achievement as the first graduates from The Certificate in...

Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science James Lawless TD has officially launched the Springboard+ 2025 programme, announcing almost 8,000 free and subsidised places on higher education courses

Education11 months ago

University of Limerick to host new part-time programmes under Springboard+ 2025 initiative

UL to host new part-time programmes under Springboard+ 2025 initiative. Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science James Lawless TD has officially launched...

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International experts address Learning Limerick seminar

Learning Limerick Ambassadors unveiled to inspire those to start learning

Learning Limerick Strategic Plan 2018 grows Limerick as a Learning Region

Limerick receives UNESCO Learning City Award 2017

Learning Limerick Midwest showcase at PASCAL International Conference

Limerick Mental Health Awareness and Life Long Learning Festival at the Milk Market

University of Limerick to lead €5 million BIOCHAR project to turn climate innovation into real-world solutions

UL PhD graduate pioneering breast milk research dedicated to the world’s tiniest patients

Mary Immaculate College joins Age-Friendly University Global Network

Technological University of the Shannon and Middle East GAA announce landmark Educational Partnership Agreement

University of Limerick named among top sustainable universities in the world

PHOTOS MIC celebrates more than 1,000 students at 2025 conferring ceremonies

Inclusion takes centre stage at the 2025 MIC LINC Programme graduation ceremony

UL and Edwards Lifesciences sign agreement to accelerate medical device innovation and talent development

Full house for inaugural graduation of TUS Certificate in Inclusive Employment

University of Limerick to host new part-time programmes under Springboard+ 2025 initiative

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