Climate action at home

Welcome to our Climate Action at Home page, where you can find practical tips and resources to help you reduce your carbon footprint and contribute to a sustainable future. From energy savings to waste reduction, we've got you covered!

Videos and more Information

Check out our collection of videos to learn more about climate action at home and how you can make a difference.

Sustainable transport 

TaxSaver Commuter Ticket Scheme The TaxSaver Commuter Ticket Scheme can save you up to 52% on the cost of public transport. It's available to both employers and employees, making the daily commute more affordable. For more information and to sign up, visit the TaxSaver website.

Bike to Work Scheme The Bike to Work Scheme allows employees to purchase a bicycle and safety equipment tax-free, up to a maximum value of €1,250 for bicycles and €1,500 for pedelecs or ebikes. This can result in savings of up to 52%. 

For more details, visit the Bike to Work Scheme website.

Public transport information

  • Bus Timetables: For the latest bus schedules and routes in Laois, visit Bus Éireann, Rural Link including Regular Service and Door to Door, and private operators Martleys and JJ Kavanagh.  
  • Train Stations: Laois is serviced by several train stations including Portlaoise, Portarlington, and Ballybrophy. For train timetables and ticket information, visit Irish Rail.

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