Enable Ireland and the Simon Community, along with eight local charities from around the country, received a substantial investment of €353,000 from eight SuperValu and Centra stores and the SEAI (Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland).

A new report has found we need to treble our energy efficiency efforts if we are to avoid fines of up €130m.

The Naval Service will this year make history when it tests new kite sails which will have the combined effect of providing enhanced surveillance and saving fuel.