Climate Action

Together for Climate Action in Laois

Learn how Laois County Council is taking a leadership role on climate action in partnership with local communities: Together for Climate Action in Laois: A Video Series

Community Climate Action Fund

The Community Climate Action Fund supports community groups to take climate action at a local level. Check out our Community Climate Action Fund page to find out what projects are supported by this fund and information on how to apply.

Portlaoise Low Carbon Town

The Ireland 2040 Plan identified the town of Portlaoise as a national demonstration project for implementing sustainable and community driven urban renewal. Furthermore, Portlaoise was allocated funding to become a ‘Low Carbon Town’ as part of the Ireland 2040 demonstration project. Portlaoise Low Carbon Town Information

Abbeyleix Climate Action Walk

Between September 2020 and March 2021 Dr Niamh Shaw was Science Communicator in Residence in Abbeyleix, Co Laois. Niamh worked with Abbeyleix Tidy Towns to find creative ways to engage the community with all aspects of climate change. This Climate Action walk was created to celebrate the end of this residency

Climate Action Resource Kit for Schools.

The Climate Action Resource Kit for Primary Schools is designed to empower educators and engage young minds in the critical topic of climate action. We understand the importance of equipping today’s youth with the knowledge and tools they need to make a positive impact on our planet.