Eco Eye

Air Quality, Sustainable Communities, Eco Tourism: Glendalough (9x3)

Date de diffusion: Jan 18, 2011

Air Quality For many years, smoky coal was a primary source of heat in Ireland. Inevitably however it caused major health problems to our populations by contributing to smog in our town's and cities. Thanks to the roll out of a ban on smoky coal, there has been a marked improvement in the condition of city dwellers lung's. Despite the ban in cities however smoky coal is still being burned in rural areas. Duncan travels to Ennis, Co. Clare to meet with a householder there and find out why this dirty fuel is still being chosen over cleaner alternatives. Sustainable Communities. In this item Duncan visits two different localities to explore their experiences of working together. Eco Tourism: Glendalough Eco Eye visit's Wicklow's National Park to experience some of the natural wonders Glendalough has to offer ecologically minded tourists. Tania investigates bat life in the area and tours the rocky terrain in hope of catching a glimpse of the local deer population.