Place: Co Kerry island

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Valentia aims to lead way in hydrogen energy use

A Co Kerry island is aiming to produce clean energy which could be used to power public lighting and propel its ferry service, among other uses.

Thu, 25 Apr, 2019

Daylight robbery: Portugal set to levy tax on sunshine

In Portugal they call it ‘um ruobo’ or ‘daylight robbery’ and it is little wonder, as the government is proposing to tax something the country has in abundance — sunshine. 

Mon, 10 Oct, 2016

Star Wars boosts interest in Skellig Michael but Office of Public Works has no plans to extend visitor season

Hundreds of Star Wars fans planning to follow in the footsteps of Luke Skywalker and set foot on Skellig Michael this year are facing disappointment after the Office of Public Works (OPW) said it has no plans to extend the short visitor season to the protected Co Kerry island.

Wed, 20 Jan, 2016

WATCH: Behind-the-scenes footage of Star Wars Skelligs shoot released

A new video containing behind-the-scenes footage of the Star Wars shoot on Skellig Michael has just been released in an effort to boost tourism in the area.

Tue, 05 Jan, 2016

Valentia Island a candidate for World Heritage status

Valentia Island has strong merit for consideration as a World Heritage Site, according to Al Gillespie from the University of Waikato in New Zealand.

Thu, 30 May, 2013