Ten Waterford schools receive funding for climate action projects
The Climate Action Summer Works Scheme supports schools in addressing building condition needs while delivering climate action measures. Stock Image
Ten Waterford schools are to receive funding for projects under the Climate Action Summer Works Scheme.
Minister of State for Planning & Local Government and Waterford TD, John Cummins, has welcomed the news.
“This is great news for the ten successful schools in County Waterford. This investment will support them to improve the quality, sustainability and energy efficiency of their buildings, creating better learning and working environments for students and staff,” said Minister Cummins.
The ten successful Waterford projects are:
- Glenbeg National School, Dungarvan- Climate action and roof works.
- St. Mary’s National School, Grange- Climate action and roof works
- St. Saviours National School, Waterford- Climate action and roof works.
- Modeligo National School, Modeligo- Climate action and mechanical works.
- St. Paul’s Community College, Waterford- Climate action and mechanical works.
- Meanscoil San Nicolas, An Rinn- Climate action and mechanical works
- Mount Sion CBS National School, Waterford-Climate action and toilet facilities
- CBS Dungarvan, Dungarvan- Climate action and toilet facilities
- Presentation Secondary School, Waterford- Climate action and windows projects
- Realt Na Mara National School, Dunmore East- Climate action and windows projects
“Not only does this funding help to address important building needs, but it will also contribute to wider climate objectives by improving energy performance and reducing operating costs over time.”
Minister for Education and Youth, Hildegarde Naughton TD, today announced an €80 million investment under the 2027 Climate Action Summer Works Scheme, with approval granted for 229 projects across the country.
The Climate Action Summer Works Scheme supports schools in addressing building condition needs while delivering climate action measures that improve energy efficiency, reduce carbon emissions and lower operational costs.
The projects approved under this tranche were assessed and prioritised by the Department based on the individual needs of schools and the urgency of the works required.
A particular focus this year was supporting projects in special schools.
