Biodiversity and All Ireland Pollinator Plan

  • All Ireland Pollinator Plan

    In September 2015 the All-Ireland Pollinator Plan was launched  by a multi-stakeholder steering group including 68 governmental and non-governmental organisations from the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland, and was published by the National Biodiversity Data Centre (NBDC).

  • Bat Conservation Woodland Monitoring in Limerick – Supported by the Heritage Council

    With the support of the Heritage Council, two woodlands in Limerick were included in Bat Conservation Ireland’s Woodland Monitoring Survey for 2025.

  • Birds of the Shannon Estuary

    The Birds of the Shannon Estuary is an interactive digital resource that profiles 21 wetland bird species, highlights viewing points, and promotes citizen science initiatives such as BirdWatch Irel

  • Farm Booklet

    Limerick City and County Council has produced a Farm Booklet which provides a condensed guide for farmers on what to expect from a site inspection with a focus on water quality, environmental issues, legislation and available supports. 

  • Gardening for Wildlife

    How to Create a Haven for Wildlife in you Backyard (or even Windowbox!)

  • How Local Authorities Can Address the Biodiversity Crisis - Conference 2022

    The international conference ‘How Local Authorities Can Address the Biodiversity Emergency’ was hosted by Limerick City and County Council in the Strand Hotel, Limerick on the 21st and 22nd September 2022.  Over 200 delegates attended.

  • Lesser Horseshoe Bat Survey – Rathkeale, Co. Limerick Funded by the Heritage Council

    In July and August 2025, on behalf of Limerick City and County Council, Bat Eco Services carried out static bat surveys in Rathkeale town and surrounding areas with funding from the Heritage Council.

  • Limerick Actions for Pollinators

    Limerick City and County Council are gradually reviewing how their green spaces are managed so as to make them more pollinator friendly and better for biodiversity generally.

  • Roundabout Sponsorship Scheme

    Roundabouts have the potential to be so much more than traffic control features. They can be an attractive greenspace which enhance the appearance of our city landscape, provide havens for biodiversity and pollinators as well as a marketing of businesses opportunity.

  • The Future of Moths and Butterflies in Ireland

    A landmark conference held in Castleconnell has brought together Ireland’s foremost biodiversity experts, citizen scientists, and Tidy Towns volunteers to address the urgent challenges facing the country’s moth and butterfly populations.

  • The Hare’s Corner Biodiversity Initiative

    The Hare’s Corner biodiversity initiative is set to launch in Limerick City and County in early 2026, offering landowners a unique opportunity to create wildlife-friendly spaces with free, hassle-free support.

  • What’s the Buzz?

    Limerick City and County Council are delighted to host What’s the Buzz -An exciting e-learing module on How to Identify, Record and Monitor Common Irish Bumblebees.