What are Irish festivals doing to be eco-conscious?

As we dust off our gladrags for the summer’s festival calendar, Ellie O’Byrne asks what Irish music festivals are doing to go green this year.

It’s almost time to get out the flower headdresses, wellies, and fake tan: Yes, folks, festival season is almost upon us. But while we excitedly scan the music line-up for our favourite summer bash, we need to spare a thought for ensuring our partying doesn’t result in a massive hangover for Mother Nature.