A mountain in Co Leitrim that once hosted one of the largest coal mining sites in the west of Ireland has become a European case study for large-scale wetland restoration. Around 40 farmers on Bencroy Mountain are carrying out restoration techniques that may be rolled out in scale across the EU, if successful. The site is part of a five-year EU Horizon wetlands conservation project being delivered in Ireland. The restoration project includes three main actions - erosion control, drain management

This popular European city has been announced as the world’s most sustainable tourist destination 🌍 The Finnish capital of Helsinki has taken the crown for the second year in a row 🇫🇮 Helsinki has long been a hotspot for travellers looking for a relaxing city break, sea views, saunas and incredible cultural sites. However, while other major cities are struggling with the environmental impact of over-tourism, Helsinki has embraced a regenerative tourism approach. The city tracks the carbon foo