A new website, restorenature.ie, has been launched to act as a portal for public engagement with the development of Ireland’s Nature Restoration Plan.
Minister of State for Nature, Heritage and Biodiversity, Christopher O’Sullivan launched the website on Thursday which will set out national restoration needs and measures under the Nature Restoration Law which is due to be submitted to the EU Commission by 1 September 2026.
Commenting on the launch, Minister O’Sullivan said that it is vital that people get a chance to participate in the conversation on nature restoration in Ireland.
“Events will be taking place across the country over the coming months and I’m appealing to all communities and stakeholders to get involved, learn more about what restoring nature means for them and have their say on how they want it to be done,” he said.
“Implementing the nature restoration law is a huge opportunity for Ireland, including for people who earn a living from the land and the sea, and I’m looking forward to hearing the ideas and innovations that come out of the community conversations and stakeholder forums.”
Engagement
The independent advisory committee, which is chaired by Dr Aoibhinn Ní Shúilleabháin, has been tasked with making recommendations to the Minister to inform the development of the plan, assessing the implications and ensuring that all voices are heard during the deliberative process.
The website will provide updates on the work of the committee, and publish the details of Leaders’ Forum workshops and public-facing community conversation events.
“This is so important as we build trust and strengthen relationships. Our committee is diverse, with a broad range of experiences and perspectives,” said Dr Ní Shúilleabháin.
We are committed to working together to ensure that our recommendations work for people as well as for nature.”
National Parks and Wildlife Service director general Niall Ó Donnchú added: “The launch of restorenature.ie is an important step in the public engagement process that is now rolling out countrywide.
“Our goal is to co-create a Nature Restoration Plan that delivers real, positive and lasting change for nature and for the communities that care for it.”
Read more
Warning about tax implications of rewilding
Concerns carbon tax will undermine Nature Restoration Law - INHFA
A new website, restorenature.ie, has been launched to act as a portal for public engagement with the development of Ireland’s Nature Restoration Plan.
Minister of State for Nature, Heritage and Biodiversity, Christopher O’Sullivan launched the website on Thursday which will set out national restoration needs and measures under the Nature Restoration Law which is due to be submitted to the EU Commission by 1 September 2026.
Commenting on the launch, Minister O’Sullivan said that it is vital that people get a chance to participate in the conversation on nature restoration in Ireland.
“Events will be taking place across the country over the coming months and I’m appealing to all communities and stakeholders to get involved, learn more about what restoring nature means for them and have their say on how they want it to be done,” he said.
“Implementing the nature restoration law is a huge opportunity for Ireland, including for people who earn a living from the land and the sea, and I’m looking forward to hearing the ideas and innovations that come out of the community conversations and stakeholder forums.”
Engagement
The independent advisory committee, which is chaired by Dr Aoibhinn Ní Shúilleabháin, has been tasked with making recommendations to the Minister to inform the development of the plan, assessing the implications and ensuring that all voices are heard during the deliberative process.
The website will provide updates on the work of the committee, and publish the details of Leaders’ Forum workshops and public-facing community conversation events.
“This is so important as we build trust and strengthen relationships. Our committee is diverse, with a broad range of experiences and perspectives,” said Dr Ní Shúilleabháin.
We are committed to working together to ensure that our recommendations work for people as well as for nature.”
National Parks and Wildlife Service director general Niall Ó Donnchú added: “The launch of restorenature.ie is an important step in the public engagement process that is now rolling out countrywide.
“Our goal is to co-create a Nature Restoration Plan that delivers real, positive and lasting change for nature and for the communities that care for it.”
Read more
Warning about tax implications of rewilding
Concerns carbon tax will undermine Nature Restoration Law - INHFA
SHARING OPTIONS