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Voters taking to the voting booths this Friday to vote for the incoming government of Ireland should take note of the climate, biodiversity and nature restoration mandates of the parties they intend voting for. With a Circularity Metric of just 4 measured against an EU average of 11.2, the Danish government has just set the ambitious goal of planting 1 billion trees, and converting 10% of agricultural land to forestry to further its circularity goals and increase Denmark's afforestation. Ireland's Circularity Metric is even lower than Denmark at 2.7, with 37% of GHG emissions attributable to the agricultural sector, and afforestation rates well behind the rest of Europe. According to Coillte and Teagasc, annual new tree plantings in Ireland have fallen this year to 2,000ha of forest, which is lower even than in 2022, and well below the DAFM's target of 8,000ha of forest for 2024. This is despite €110 million of funding being made available by government to meet the targets set out in Food Vision 2030 and Climate Action Plan 2024. The incentives to farmers to convert part of their land to forestry just isn't working. Is agroforestry perhaps the solution, where agricultural land is interwoven with rows of fast growing tree species such as Willow and Poplar, which can be harvested as biomass? It not only creates an additional source of income with virtually no loss of agricultural land, it also substantially increases the biodiversity of the farmland. Whatever the solution might be, make it encumbent upon whomever you vote for to make it one of their priorities to restore Ireland's lost forests and degraded biodiversity.

Baltic Sustainability Awards. We got the price as best Generative farm and 3rd in Biodiversity. Farmers Like to harvest. The cherry on top, harvesting local and international acclaimed awards during 2024 became the award which embraced our full vision of a better and healthier future: Among the prizes which went to Farmer's Circle and Senatoriu Pasazas are: • The Best Organic Farm in Lithuania • One Red Michelin for Nineteen18 • Bib Gourmand for 14Horses • The Green Michelin for RedBrick The awards nicely add up to our vision described as a Triangle: • Resilience/Short Local Supply Chains • Health/Organic Produces Without Chemicals and Silly Codes • Sustainability/Responsibility in Our Doings Environmentally and Socially Somewhere hidden in this quite serious agenda, we should not forget that fun and serious, hammering well taste is equally important - without it, we will never succeed as a global family of humans.

Baltic Sustainability Awards. We got the price as best Generative farm and 3rd in Biodiversity. Farmers Like to harvest. The cherry on top, harvesting local and international acclaimed awards during 2024 became the award which embraced our full vision of a better and healthier future: Among the prizes which went to Farmer's Circle and Senatoriu Pasazas are: • The Best Organic Farm in Lithuania • One Red Michelin for Nineteen18 • Bib Gourmand for 14Horses • The Green Michelin for RedBrick The awards nicely add up to our vision described as a Triangle: • Resilience/Short Local Supply Chains • Health/Organic Produces Without Chemicals and Silly Codes • Sustainability/Responsibility in Our Doings Environmentally and Socially Somewhere hidden in this quite serious agenda, we should not forget that fun and serious, hammering well taste is equally important - without it, we will never succeed as a global family of humans.

The importance of sustainability cannot be overstated. Crop production, which is one of humanity’s most essential endeavors, relies on tried-and-true practices that have stood the test of time. While modern techniques can enhance these methods, they should complement rather than replace traditional practices. @farmerline’s work in the North is instrumental in helping farmers uphold these sustainable practices! I enjoyed telling this story, https://lnkd.in/dQfeB6ZP

Day 4 of the ECO30 Sustainable living challenge is buying local produce and it's benefits. This is such an important challenge and this my pepper which I bought it in the market. Purchasing local produce can have a huge impact on the environment and the local economy. By supporting local farms, you're helping to: ~reduce the amount of energy and resources needed to transport food from faraway places. ~Plus, local farms often use more sustainable practices, such as organic farming, which reduces the amount of pesticides and other chemicals used on crops. ~This also helps to preserve local biodiversity and protect the health of the soil. Yeah🤗You're🫵🏾 making a difference in so many ways, simply by buying local produce! 👏 #ECO30Impact - my little step to saving mother Earth☺️🤭

🌍🦦 Ola! Otter is excited to join the global community in celebrating World Environment Day. This day serves as a powerful reminder of our collective responsibility to protect and preserve our planet for future generations. At Ola! Otter, sustainability is at the heart of everything we do, and we are proud to contribute to a greener, more sustainable world. 🌿🪴Our commitment to sustainability is reflected in our choice of materials and certifications. We exclusively use organic cotton in our clothing line, ensuring that our products are not only gentle on your child’s skin but also on the environment. Organic cotton farming uses significantly less water and eliminates the use of harmful pesticides and synthetic fertilizers, which are detrimental to the ecosystem. 🤝🌈On World Environment Day, we reaffirm our commitment to sustainable practices and encourage everyone to take small, meaningful steps towards a greener future. Whether it's choosing eco-friendly products, reducing waste, or supporting brands that prioritize sustainability, every action counts.Together we can make a difference

🌿 Reimagining My Legacy: My Journey with MyCoffin at Setas Eternal Living 🌿 As someone deeply committed to sustainability and innovation, I’m excited to share something close to my heart—MyCoffin by Setas Eternal Living. This isn't just a product; it’s a testament to how we can rethink our end-of-life practices to better care for our planet. Over the years, I've dedicated myself to finding ways to make a lasting, positive impact, and with MyCoffin, I believe we're doing just that. Made from biodegradable fungi, MyCoffin is designed to return nutrients to the earth, helping to reduce the environmental footprint of traditional burial methods. It’s been a rewarding journey, seeing this vision come to life. I’m incredibly proud of what our team has accomplished and grateful for the opportunity to lead a project that aligns so closely with my values. I invite you to read more about MyCoffin and how we're striving to create a sustainable legacy. Here's the full story from Franklin County Free Press. Let’s continue the conversation on how we can all play a part in creating a more sustainable future. What are your thoughts on eco-friendly burial options? 🌍💚 #Sustainability #EcoFriendly #EndOfLife #Innovation #Legacy #SetasEternalLiving

In 2012, The UN General Assembly proclaimed March 21 as the International Day of Forests. The theme for this year is, Forests and Innovation: New Solutions for a Better World.   Countries are encouraged to undertake local, national, and international efforts to organize activities involving forests and trees, such as planting campaigns.   Finland and Sweden, where Metsä Board mills are located, have a long history in sustainable forest management. The sustainable use of forests creates well-being, mitigates climate change, maintains biodiversity, and prevents deforestation.   We offer the following suggestions to mark the day:   🌲 Innovate with forest-friendly materials by developing packaging solutions that are not only biodegradable and recyclable but also sourced from sustainably managed forests. Consider materials that minimize waste and energy consumption during production.   🌲 Partner with reforestation initiatives by collaborating with organizations dedicated to reforestation and afforestation. These partnerships can involve direct financial support, volunteering for planting activities, or offering products that contribute to the cause.   🌲 Educate and engage your customers and stakeholders about the importance of forests and how sustainable packaging choices can make a difference.   🌲 Commit to sustainable practices by reviewing your operations and supply chain to ensure they align with the principles of sustainability. This can include optimizing logistics to reduce carbon footprint, using renewable energy sources, and ensuring that your materials are sourced ethically and responsibly.   🌲 Advocate for policy and change by engaging with policymakers to support legislation that protects forests and promotes sustainable packaging solutions.   🌲 Organize or join events celebrating forests: tree plantings, symposiums, art exhibitions, photo competitions or host a student debate.   🌲 Join the conversation on social media using #ForestDay.   Watch this video created by the Food & Agriculture Organization of the UN to learn more: https://lnkd.in/g8ngChTq   #IntlForestDay #ForestDay #sustainability #sustainableforests

🌱 Reimagining End-of-Life Practices: A Sustainable Legacy with MyCoffin by Setas Eternal Living 🌱 In a world increasingly conscious of our environmental footprint, the choices we make in life—and in death—can have profound impacts on the planet. At Setas Eternal Living, we're committed to revolutionizing end-of-life practices with sustainability at the forefront. Our latest innovation, MyCoffin, is more than just a biodegradable coffin—it's a legacy of care for our environment. Made from fungi, MyCoffin naturally returns nutrients to the earth, reducing the ecological impact of traditional burial practices. This is more than a product; it’s a movement toward honoring life in a way that also honors the planet. We're proud of the work our team has done to bring this vision to life, ensuring we leave behind a world where our final resting places contribute to new beginnings for the earth. If you're interested in learning more about how MyCoffin is setting a new standard for end-of-life practices, check out this insightful article from Franklin County Free Press. https://lnkd.in/e22_E3wE Let’s continue the conversation on how we can all play a part in creating a more sustainable future. What are your thoughts on eco-friendly burial options? 🌍💚 #Sustainability #EcoFriendly #EndOfLife #Innovation #Legacy #SetasEternalLiving

This National Composting Week, we're highlighting the benefits of home composting and how even the smallest of contributions can make a big combined difference in tackling one of the biggest environmental challenges in the UK and globally: peat. Peatlands play an important role in terms of carbon storage, biodiversity and water regulation. Covering only 3% of the global land surface, they store a staggering 30% of the world's soil carbon - twice as much as all the world's forests combined! Yet, in the UK, peatlands have been degraded, with one of the major contributors to degradation being peat extraction for horticultural use.  Although the issues surrounding peat extraction and degradation are complex, we feel passionately that every effort to manage or restore peatland, however big or small, will contribute towards making a difference in the context of climate change, conservation, and sustainable land use. For Pinstone, this means putting our bokashi composting bin to good use, turning our food scraps, including meat, bones, fish and dairy, and coffee grounds (of which there are many!) into nutrient rich compost, which will be used by the green fingered members of the team to feed their home-grown veggies. Here’s where home (or office) composting can make a tangible difference: 🌼 Sustainable gardening: By composting at home, you can create a peat-free alternative for your gardens, reducing the demand for peat-based products. This not only preserves our precious peatlands but also reduces carbon emissions. 📉 Reducing waste: Composting organic waste at home means less material heading to the landfill where it would decompose anaerobically, producing methane, a notorious greenhouse gas. 🔄 Circular economy: Home composting is a perfect example of a circular economy, turning waste into resource for your garden. Together, we can protect our peatlands, fight climate change, and foster a healthier planet for future generations. #NationalCompostingWeek #SustainablePR #PeatFree #HomeComposting #Binfluencers #Bcorp