Kildare PPN Climate Action Series 2025
22nd – 24th of May 2025
We are delighted to announce the return of Kildare PPN’s Climate Action Series for 2025. This year’s event will take place from Thursday, April 22nd, to Saturday, April 24th, featuring a range of workshops and events over three days.
Join us as we come together to explore practical solutions and empower individuals and communities to build a more sustainable future.
Digital Pollution and Cutting Costs with Energy Efficiency
Date: Thursday 22nd of May at 10:30am
Location: Naas Library and Cultural Centre
Are you Curious about the hidden impact of our digital lives?
Join us for a session on digital pollution, where tech meets the environment. You’ll discover the key environmental and social issues linked to our everyday digital habits and learn simple, practical actions you can take to reduce your impact, both at work and at home.
From quick wins to longer-term lifestyle changes, this session will help you live more sustainably and even save money along the way. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to go deeper, this is the perfect introduction to spark action and conversation.
Workshop delivered by the Sustainable Life School
Sustainable Beauty Workshop
Date: Thursday 22nd of May at 12:00pm
Location: Naas Library and Cultural Centre
Discover how to reduce plastic waste and simplify your self-care routine in this practical and inspiring session. We’ll explore eco-friendly swaps like shampoo bars, reusable razors, and sustainable period product alternatives, helping you create a low-waste, clutter-free bathroom. Whether you’re just getting started or looking for new ideas, this workshop will show you how small changes can make a big impact, for both the planet and your wellbeing.
Workshop delivered by the Sustainable Life School
A Show House with a difference
Date: Thursday 22nd of May at 12:00pm
Location: Maynooth
Join a local Sustainable Energy Community Lead for a guided tour of the Kildare County Council DemoHouse in Maynooth, Kildare’s Decarbonisation Zone.
This is your chance to explore a real home that has been fully retrofitted with energy upgrades, sustainable features, nature based solutions and environmental measures, all under one roof.
See the results for yourself, get practical advice, and learn how you can apply these ideas in your own home to save energy, lower costs, and live more sustainably
MU Biodiversity Day with Maynooth Green Campus
Date: Thursday 22nd of May from 12:00pm
Location: Maynooth University
- Biodiversity Walk and Mini-Bioblitz with Dr Jim Carolan
- An interactive talk with Natural Capital Ireland (NCI) coordinator Deirdre Lane and Dr Maria (Callanan) Fitzpatrick on the concept of natural capital, a way to understand the value nature provides and our dependence on it.
- Birdwatching on Campus: Discovering Biodiversity at Dusk with BirdWatch Ireland-Kildare members
Valuing Nature and Biodiversity with NCI on International Day for Biodiversity
Date: Thursday 22nd of May at 6:30pmpm
Location: Maynooth University
On International Day for Biodiversity join Dr Maria Fitzpatrick for an interactive talk with introductory presentation on avenues for an Ireland in which the value of nature is accounted for in every decision. Introduction to valuing Nature with Deirdre Lane from Natural Capital Ireland and KEEN. Pizza on the evening for guests. Weather permitting the talk will be hosted outdoors.
Energise Your Community – Connected Communities creating a sustainable future.
Date: Thursday 22nd of May at 7:30pm
Location: Online
Join the growing number of sustainable energy communities in Kildare who are working together to become more sustainable in how they use energy for the benefit of their community. See how you & your community can same money energy & carbon emissions & have a measured contribution to our climate change targets.
Join online to learn more about joining your local SEC, or setting up one for your community.
Sustainable Wardrobes Workshop
Date: Friday 23rd of May at 1:30pm
Location: Maynooth Library
The fashion industry has a big impact on the planet, but our clothing choices can make a difference. In this interactive session, you’ll learn about the environmental and social challenges behind fast fashion, and more importantly, what you can do to build a more sustainable wardrobe. We’ll share practical tips on choosing and caring for clothes, donating responsibly, and making smarter fabric choices.
With two group activities and a breakout session for relaxed chats, this workshop is a great chance to connect, share ideas, and walk away with fresh inspiration for dressing more sustainably.
Workshop delivered by the Sustainable Life School
Save Money by Living Sustainably
Date: Friday 23rd of May at 3:00pm
Location: Maynooth Library
Think living sustainably has to be expensive? Think again! In this hands-on session with the Sustainable Life School, you’ll learn simple, practical ways to live more eco-friendly and save money at the same time.
From cutting your energy bills and shopping smarter to reducing waste at home, you’ll pick up easy tips that are good for both your wallet and the planet.
You’ll leave with useful ideas you can start using straight away, no need to spend more or give up convenience. Come along and see how small changes can make a big difference.
Workshop delivered by the Sustainable Life School
Climate Friendly Foodies
Date: Saturday 24th of May at 2:00pm
Location: Leixlip Library
What we eat has a big impact on the planet, and the good news is, small changes can make a real difference. In this practical and informative session, you’ll learn how our food choices affect the climate and discover simple ways to eat more sustainably.
We’ll share easy tips for reducing food waste, eating with the seasons, and adding more plant-based meals to your routine—plus some tasty, tried-and-tested recipes to get you started. Whether you’re a curious beginner or a committed foodie, this session will inspire you to eat well while caring for the planet.
Workshop delivered by the Sustainable Life School
Digital Pollution and Cutting Costs with Energy Efficiency
Date: Saturday 24th of May at 3:30pm
Location: Leixlip Library
Are you Curious about the hidden impact of our digital lives?
Join us for a session on digital pollution, where tech meets the environment. You’ll discover the key environmental and social issues linked to our everyday digital habits and learn simple, practical actions you can take to reduce your impact, both at work and at home.
From quick wins to longer-term lifestyle changes, this session will help you live more sustainably and even save money along the way. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to go deeper, this is the perfect introduction to spark action and conversation.
Workshop delivered by the Sustainable Life School
Climate Action Resources
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