European Green Leaf Awarded to Limerick
Laura Ryan, Karen Burke, Sinead McDonnell, Commissioner Karmenu Vella, Simon Jennings, Derartu McDonnell, Mayor of the City and County of Limerick, Cllr Michael Sheahan. (Pic: Kilian Munch)
Limerick has been awarded the European Green Leaf for 2020. The announcement was made following adjudication by a panel of international experts at an event in Oslo, Norway who holds the European Green Capital title for 2019.
Limerick, was commended for its ongoing investments leading to improved air quality and noise levels in the city. Limerick is currently transforming itself into Ireland’s first digital city, integrating several public services, creating smart homes and buildings, energy districts and smart neighbourhoods.