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Learn about the potential of small-scale hydropower, community energy and local climate action through this accessible s...
02/10/2026

Learn about the potential of small-scale hydropower, community energy and local climate action through this accessible short course at University of Galway.

Hear from local, national and international experts and discover how energy, environment, heritage and communities can come together to support climate action.

What you will explore:
✅ Renewable energy and climate action
✅ How small-scale hydropower works
✅ Galway’s canals, rivers and industrial heritage
✅ Environmental and community impacts
✅ Community energy and local sustainability
✅ Real-world examples from Galway and the EUI WATERWAY Project*
✅ Potential hydropower sites on a guided Galway waterways walking tour

Open to anyone interested in renewable energy, sustainability and climate action. No specialist knowledge of hydropower or engineering required.

📆 20th October – Tuesday evenings
⏰ 7.30pm – 9.00pm
📍 7 online sessions PLUS Saturday morning walking tour

Apply at: https://tinyurl.com/4d42y6ve

*The EUI WATERWAY project is co-funded by the European Union through the European Regional Development Fund.

Galway City Council | Galway City Community Network
Northern & Western Regional Assembly

Hear from our speakers | Atlantic Summit 2026This October, experts from across Europe and the Atlantic region will gathe...
01/10/2026

Hear from our speakers | Atlantic Summit 2026

This October, experts from across Europe and the Atlantic region will gather in Galway to explore how research, digital tools and innovation can strengthen the understanding and sustainable use of the Atlantic.

Sander Zweers will join Session 3: Ocean Eye to discuss the once-in-a-generation opportunity to transform how Europe observes and understands the world's oceans.

Co-organised by Marine Institute, University of Galway and Atlantic Technological University, Atlantic Summit 2026 will address how public-private collaboration is critical to Ocean Eye's success.

📍 University of Galway
📅 8–9 October 2026

Find out more: https://ow.ly/heMV50ZRqPQ

Marine Institute - Foras na Mara | Atlantic Technological University

Your perfect Open Day experience starts here! Explore our programme of events and plan your visit to make the most of yo...
30/09/2026

Your perfect Open Day experience starts here! Explore our programme of events and plan your visit to make the most of your time on University of Galway’s stunning campus. 🏰🌳🍂Our Undergraduate Open Days are not to be missed!

Register Now! https://www.universityofgalway.ie/opendays/

🗓️ 2 & 3 October 2026
⏰ 9am - 3pm
📍 University of Galway

Our 2027 Postgraduate Prospectus is here! 🎉 Explore full-time and part-time postgraduate opportunities at University of ...
29/09/2026

Our 2027 Postgraduate Prospectus is here! 🎉 Explore full-time and part-time postgraduate opportunities at University of Galway, from taught & research master's to doctoral programmes. Browse online or request a printed copy delivered to your door 📮💻

Explore our full list of programmes and apply today: www.universityofgalway.ie/choose-postgrad/prospectus

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29/09/2026

The Atlantic connects us. This October, leaders in research, innovation, policy and education will gather in Galway for Atlantic Summit 2026 to explore how ocean knowledge can drive Europe's competitiveness and sustainability.

Organised by the Marine Institute - Foras na Mara, University of Galway and Atlantic Technological University, and as an Associated Event of Ireland's EU Presidency, the Atlantic Summit will bring together experts and decision-makers from across Europe and the Atlantic region to turn ambition into action.

📍 University of Galway
📅 8-9 October 2026

https://ow.ly/gyWu50ZRsi3

This October, experts from across Europe and the Atlantic region will gather in Galway to explore how ocean knowledge ca...
28/09/2026

This October, experts from across Europe and the Atlantic region will gather in Galway to explore how ocean knowledge can drive sustainability and strengthen coastal resilience.

J Murray Roberts and Paul Snelgrove will join Session 4: A Healthy and Productive Ocean, exploring the importance of transatlantic partnerships and sustaining our oceans for future generations.

Co-organised by Atlantic Technological University, University of Galway and the Marine Institute, Atlantic Summit 2026 will bring together experts and decision-makers to turn ocean knowledge into action.

📍 University of Galway
📅 8–9 October 2026



Find out more: https://ow.ly/heMV50ZRqPQ

Marine Institute - Foras na Mara | Atlantic Technological University

Researchers from University of Galway have designed a visitor levy scheme for Ireland that could generate millions of eu...
28/09/2026

Researchers from University of Galway have designed a visitor levy scheme for Ireland that could generate millions of euro in tax revenue for central government and local authorities.

The policy brief ‘Designing a Visitor Accommodation Levy (VAL) for Ireland’ shows that with a well-designed scheme, revenues in excess of €200 million a year could accrue to the local government sector.

In EU countries and in parts of the UK, “visitor levies” or “tourist taxes” charged by local councils on overnight paid accommodation are common. Ireland does not impose these levies. Both the 2024 Dublin City Taskforce and the 2026 Local Democracy Taskforce have recommended a levy on overnight stays.

The research shows that a visitor levy would meet two objectives set out in the Programme for Government 2025 - Securing Ireland’s Future, namely, to broaden the tax base and to strengthen local democracy.

The key design features of a Visitor Accommodation Levy (VAL) are the tax base, liability, coverage, exemptions, tax rate, administration, collection and use of funds. Actual revenues will depend on the base/coverage, the tax rate, exemptions and caps, and could raise an estimated €220 million per annum for the local authorities, according to the findings of the research.

The research was undertaken by Dr Gerard Turley and Stephen McNena from the J.E. Cairnes School of Business & Economics at University of Galway, who also manage the www.localauthorityfinances.com website.

Read more here: https://www.universityofgalway.ie/about-us/news-and-events/

University of Galway - J.E. Cairnes School of Business and Economics | Galway City Council | Galway County Council

28/09/2026

Coming to our Open Days? We’ve made the perfect survival guide just for you. 🗒️ From good shoes to notebooks, this checklist will have you prepared to tackle the day with ease. ✅

Make sure to register online so that you can join us on either October 2nd or 3rd and see for yourself why University of Galway is the place to be. 🙌

Register Now! https://www.ticketsource.com/universityofgalwayopendays/t-kddxonl

🗓️ 2 & 3 October 2026
⏰ 9am - 3pm
📍 University of Galway

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