Local Climate Action projects receive over €930K in funding

Almost €930,000 has been awarded to community groups across Cavan and Monaghan through Climate Action Funding.

Projects in County Cavan received a total of €489,000 through the grant scheme; while in County Monaghan the figure came to €437,892.90.

The biggest recipients in Cavan were Bailieborough Development Association who received €100,000; while Templeport St Aidans GAA received €70,000. Other notable grant sums were the €60,000 allocated to Virginia Show Centre, while Shercock Tidy Towns received €50,000.

The largest single grant in County Monaghan came to €68,258, which was awarded to St Mary’s Hall Committee, Scotstown, while Magheracloone Mitchells GFC received a significant €41,320.50.

The funding was awarded today by the Minister for Climate, Energy and the Environment, Darragh O’Brien.

Brendan Smith said the funding marks further investment by Government in community led – climate action initiatives.

"Communities across Cavan and Monaghan are delivering practical projects that reduce emissions and indeed improve quality of life. "Successful applications were submitted by different sporting and voluntary organisations and this funding helps clubs in improving amenities and also reducing energy costs. Projects funded by this Programme bring a wide range of benefits for communities including reduced energy costs, improved biodiversity and upgraded local amenities.

"I commend both Cavan and Monaghan County Councils and the local Clubs who submitted very detailed applications to draw down this substantial funding,” said the Fianna Fáil TD.