Waterford Climate Action

29/05/2026

Waterford City and County Council has further expanded its electric vehicle (EV) fleet with the addition of a new fully electric heavy goods vehicle (HGV), marking another significant step in the local authority’s transition to low-carbon transport solutions.

The Volvo FMX, which is currently being trialled by the Council, has a gross combination weight of 46 tonnes, making it the largest electric vehicle in the Council’s fleet to date. Based at the Carrickphierish depot, the truck has already demonstrated its capabilities by transporting full loads of stone from Kilmacow Quarry and delivering substantial waste loads to the Dunmore East landfill facility.

The addition of the electric truck brings the total number of EVs in the Council’s fleet to 22, with plans to deploy a further 10 electric vehicles before the end of the year.

To support the continued decarbonisation of its fleet, Waterford City and County Council is also investing in a range of new EV charging infrastructure projects. These measures will support the Climate Action Plan targets of reducing energy usage by 50% and greenhouse gas emissions by 51% by 2030.

28/05/2026

Waterford City & County Council invites applications to be considered for the position of Biodiversity Officer

27/05/2026

27/05/2026

Q. Which pollinator-friendly plants should we choose for our business site?
A. Choose from the AIPP's ‘Top Ten pollinator-friendly plants for different situations’ https://tinyurl.com/4rhvpe3b
This guide will also help you avoid problematic plans such Cherry Laurel.

25/05/2026

22/05/2026

22/05/2026

Applications are now invited for the following panels:
● Biodiversity Officer (3-year fixed-term contract)
● Senior Executive Technician
● School Wardens (Waterford City & Tramore)

To learn more 👉️ waterfordcouncil.ie/jobs

22/05/2026

21/05/2026

21/05/2026

Many of us have noticed the dunes changing over time, with increasing pressure on fragile areas and dune grass.

This Friday, dune protection works will begin in partnership with Waterford City and County Council and National Parks and Wildlife Service to help guide access and support recovery in damaged areas.

We would love a few extra helping hands during the day if anyone in the community would like to get involved 🤝

No specialist knowledge needed, just a willingness to help protect this special place 💙

If you would like to volunteer, please send us a message for details.

Please share to help spread awareness and support this project.


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