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David Feeney, Managing Director at Coillte Land Solutions and Chief Sustainability Officer, recently joined the #IbecResponds podcast to discuss how Coillte is “Unpacking CSRD” (Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive).   During the conversation, David highlighted the importance of leadership buy-in, emphasising Coillte’s company-wide commitment to resourcing data capture and embedding sustainability across operations. He also shared how these deep-dive assessments have helped quantify the critical role of Irish forests in carbon sequestration and revealed how these regulations could open doors to new opportunities for businesses.   Listen to the full conversation for more. #CSRD #GreenerFuture #SustainabilityLeadership 

Coillte Launches 2025 Forestry Scholarship Programme As Ireland’s forestry sector continues to grow in importance, the demand for skilled professionals has never been greater. By 2030, over 1,700 skilled roles will be required to support Ireland’s Forest Strategy, which is critical to achieving our climate and housing goals. In response to this pressing need, Coillte is proud to launch the 2025 Forestry Scholarship Programme, building on the success of our inaugural year which saw three students being awarded scholarships.   This programme offers up to €20,000 per recipient across their degree, paid summer placements, and the potential for exciting career opportunities with Coillte. With CAO applications now open, it’s the perfect time for anyone considering a career in forestry to include it in their choices or find out more about this rewarding sector.   We met 2024 scholarship recipients—Áine O'Dwyer, Mia Sibbald, and Alex Power—who are already benefitting from this unique opportunity, paving the way for future leaders in forestry.   Applications for the 2025 programme are now open. Join us in addressing Ireland’s forestry skills gap and securing a greener, more sustainable future.   Apply by 2nd May 2025: www.coillte.ie #CoillteForestryScholarship #GreenerFuture #ForestryCareers #Sustainability

We are hiring!! We’re on the lookout for a skilled Engineer to join our team at Coillte in County Sligo. If you’re an engineer with a strong background in Civil Engineering particularly planning and execution of effective roads networks, this could be the perfect role for you.   If you’re up for the challenge, we’d love to hear from you. You can find more details here: https://lnkd.in/gWzxXpD6   Please submit your cv to forestrecruitment@coillte.ie by 4pm Friday, 6 December 2024. #Coillte #CivilEngineerJobs #ForestryCareers #SustainableFuture #HiringNow 

Coillte was delighted to participate in the Environmental Policy panel at yesterday's Environment Ireland Conference, chaired by Kevin O'Sullivan, where Minister of State Ossian Smyth delivered a keynote speech. Our CEO, Imelda Hurley, addressed critical environmental challenges and opportunities.   During her address, Imelda spoke about Coillte’s strategy in action, showcasing how our forests are delivering multiple benefits for climate, nature, wood, and people. She also highlighted the crucial role of external enablers in achieving these objectives and advancing toward a more sustainable future for all.   We extend our thanks to Environment Ireland, Minister Smyth, and all contributors for a highly engaging and impactful session.   L-R Ciarán Galway, Environment Ireland; Imelda Hurley, Coillte; Francesca Racioppi, World Health Organization; Minister of State Ossian Smyth; Julie Thompson, DAERA; Kevin O'Sullivan, Irish Times and Aurel Ciobanu-Dordea, European Commission   #EnvironmentIreland #GreenerFuture #ForestsForClimate #ForestsForNature #ForestsForWood #ForestsForPeople #Forestry #CircularEconomy

Ireland’s Largest Outdoor Playground From hiking to biking, our forests are places where people can connect with nature and enhance their physical and mental wellbeing. That's why Coillte is creating more recreational forests across Ireland, supporting local jobs. #ForestsForPeople #GreenerFuture #OutdoorRecreation #ExploreNature #FamilyTime #HikingIreland

Wood – The Sustainable Building Material of the Future Coillte contributes to Ireland’s greener future by producing a sustainable supply of Irish wood helping to build Ireland’s low-carbon homes. For every tree harvested, we plant three more, renewing the sustainable cycle.  #ForestForWood #IrishWood #LowCarbonHomes #Coillte #RenewableResources #BuildingGreen

Enhancing and Restoring Ireland’s Biodiversity Forests are vital ecosystems. That’s why we're increasing the area of our forests managed primarily for nature from 20% to 30% (an additional 44,000 ha) by the end of next year! We are actively managing and restoring our forests to ensure the protection and enhancement of Ireland’s biodiversity. #ForestsForNature #GreenerFuture #Biodiversity #NatureConservation

Tackling Climate Change, One Tree at a Time At Coillte, our sustainably managed forests are part of the solution to climate change. Trees remove carbon dioxide from the atmosphere and produce oxygen as they grow and when we use sustainably grown Irish wood as a substitute for carbon-intensive construction materials we are helping will help to reduce carbon emissions. And all the while supporting local jobs and the economy. With every tree we plant, we’re supporting Ireland’s Climate Action goals. https://lnkd.in/gtwdycB #ForestsForClimate #GreenerFuture #Sustainability  #Forestry #CarbonCapture

“Welcome to Ireland’s Largest Outdoor Playground!” With 6,000 forests across the country, Coillte offers endless opportunities to explore nature. From hundreds of dedicated walking trails to mountain bike centres, there’s something for everyone. Our forests welcome 18 million visits each year, boosting the local economy and supporting rural tourism. That's why we’re committed to creating more recreational forests for everyone to enjoy. We’re developing world-class visitor destinations that will support the growth of tourism and recreation. In the last of our four-part video series, Louise O’Reilly, one of Ireland’s first female foresters, shares the importance of these natural spaces for our health and wellbeing. For more about forests for People visit Coillte.ie #ForestsForPeople #GreenerFuture #OutdoorRecreation

“Our forests are important habitats for wildlife and home to many of Ireland’s animals and plants.” Una Nealon, Coillte Ecologists. For over 20 years, Coillte has identified, mapped, and managed over 20% of its forests primarily for nature conservation and biodiversity, making it one of Ireland’s largest natural biodiversity resources. By the end of next year Coillte will have increased the area managed primarily for nature to 30%. We’re committed to enhancing and restoring these beautiful and important areas for nature to ensure they remain dedicated to the protection and enhancement of Ireland’s biodiversity. For more about forests for nature visit Coillte.ie #ForestsForNature #GreenerFuture #Biodiversity #NatureConservation