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Reserves needed to secure future of our seas
Marine reserves are an important piece in the protection puzzle for Northern Ireland, according to a new report.

Assembly hears rural renewable opportunity
Prioritisation of renewable energy in the Rural Development Programme could tick many boxes for Government, according to WWF Northern Ireland.

WWF welcomes protection for Faughan salmon
The global environmental group commends the Department of the Environment's decision to put in place special safeguards for the Faughan River's previously unprotected salmon population.


The 'case for an EPA' is wheeled into Stormont Environment Committee
WWF's Malachy Campbell joins the call for an independent Environmental Protection Agency in Northern Ireland.

Global voyager visits NI shores
A leatherback turtle, one of the world's most iconic and endangered marine species, paid a visit to the shores of County Down this week.

Committee hears 'NI marine legislation vital'
The future economic and environmental survival of our seas depends on a comprehensive Marine Bill which plugs the gaps of the current system, according to the Northern Ireland Marine Task Force.

RIPPLE stirs Tyrone's river memories
Lissan House, Cookstown, will today play host to a unique event, inspired by nature and driven by the people of Co Tyrone.

Executive rewards energy efficient rate payers
WWF Northern Ireland is delighted by Peter Robinson's announcement today that the Northern Ireland Executive intends to offer refunds on rates bills to householders that improve the energy efficiency of their homes.

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Stepping stones to RIPPLE
Ripple, which stands for Rivers Involving People, Places and Leading by Example, is a community-based project that will help manage and conserve the Ballinderry River.

Find out more about this exciting new project and how you can become involved.

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