Our aim is that all aspects of the Fleadh will be carried out in an environmentally sustainable manner. We are using supplies made with recycled content, respecting our beautiful Cavan landscape and treading lightly (except when we’re dancing).
Camping
Camping locations will be fully provided with Recycling Points to reduce landfill waste. Energy saving lighting will be used where possible. Water conserving fixtures will be used in cisterns, showers and taps. An environmental awareness program will be in place at the campsites where visitors will be encouraged to use the facilities and 'leave no trace'.
Please remember that the campsite is a glass free zone.
The main focus areas of the Green Fleadh organisers are:
- Waste Management
- Energy Use
- Water Conservation
Restaurants and pubs
General requirements for members are to separate waste into a three bin system of recycling, waste food and landfill.
Also to save energy, participating premises will consider changing any old bulb types to 'A' rated energy bulbs which will save on energy costs. Efficient hot water heating and refrigeration methods have been recommended.
Water consumption has been be reduced by using cistern Hippo Bags, sink plugs in all kitchens, directional hoses and low-flow shower heads.
This process is designed to increase efficiencies and make substantial cost savings on energy, waste and water. Properties which achieve the Green Hospitality Award Eco Label gain national and international recognition. Every Green Fleadh Member receives a framed signed copy of the Fleadh Ghlas Charter and membership stickers for display.
Catering/ Restaurants & Hotels
A number of Cavan Hotels signed up to the Green Hospitality Award scheme www.ghaward.ie This process is designed to increase efficiencies and make substantial cost savings. Restaurants and Pubs are taking part in the Green Fleadh by becoming more efficient in areas of food waste, water and energy use. Each premises that makes a commitment and joins the Green Fleadh will receive a membership sticker and charter for display. A Fleadh Eco-Label is also available for members through the Green Hospitality Award Scheme. Contact sfox@cavancoco.ie for further details
Alcohol & Beverage Consumption
Publicans are taking part in the Green Fleadh by becoming more efficient in cooling, lighting, water use and waste production. Recycling saves money for any business. Each premises that makes a commitment and joins the Green Fleadh receives a membership charter and sticker for display.
Accommodation & Hospitality
Hospitality providers - Homes/ B+B’s
We are actively encouraging home-owners who are providing accommodation for the Fleadh to use energy efficient lighting and separate their waste in a sustainable manner. We are providing information on efficiencies in Energy, Waste and Water which save money for the home-owner.
We are encouraging all hospitality businesses to join the ‘Green Hospitality Award / Eco Label Programme’ and / or sign up to the Fleadh Environmental Charter. This is an excellent scheme designed to introduce efficiencies into the day to day running of hotels and can lead to massive cost savings. The following Cavan Hotels have signed up to the Green Fleadh and the Green Hospitality Award www.ghaward.ie :
Farnham Estate Radisson Blu****, Farnham Estate, Cavan
Slieve Russell Hotel, Golf & Country Club****, Ballyconnell, Co. Cavan
Farnham Arms Hotel**, Cavan town
Cabra Castle Hotel****, Kingscourt, Co. Cavan
Householder Accommodation - Information
Households can be 'green' for the Fleadh - and save money too!
Waste
We are encouraging maximum separation of waste in all outlets to minimise the waste volumes for landfill. We will place Recycling Bins at intervals at street level and have points for cans and bottles etc. at designated locations. Campsites will be fully facilitated with recycling options.
Carbon Off-Setting Plan
Cavan Fleadh Committee are planning to off-set the Carbon Produced by the event. We have calculated that 458 tonnes of Carbon will be produced by the Fleadh Cheoil and we have committed to off-setting this Carbon by planting a Native Oak Woodland in Co. Cavan in October 2011.
Sustainable Transport Options
Transport is a major producer of CO2. Visitors need not travel to Cavan in cars if they are staying in Cavan town or within close proximity to a town shuttle-bus route or regular public transport. There will be shuttle bus routes to several towns within a 30 mile radius. If you are in international traveller to Cavan you can catch an Airport bus directly to Cavan Town Bus no. 109 where you may rent a car for local/ onward travel or use the shuttle bus or taxi services.
If you wish to rent a car in Cavan you can contact our local car rental companies for details of a Fleadh rate and a pick-up service from the bus station.
Electric Vehicles
Cavan is the first town outside of major urban centres to receive an on-street charging point. This charging point is located in front of the Courthouse, Cavan and was installed by the ESB and operational since early August 2010. To use this charge point, owners of electric vehicles must register on the ESB Ecars website to receive a tag.
Water
Water consumption and wastage will be minimised by using water efficient tap fittings in Hotels & Restaurants, Campsites, Public toilets & showers, Water points etc. Hotels and Restaurants and pubs in Cavan Town have been fitted with cistern water displacement measures to conserve Water and this also saves money. Campsite toileting facilities have water saving cisterns to conserve the use of water.
Energy
We are actively encouraging the use of low energy alternatives for the Fleadh for lighting, heating, air conditioning, heating, cooking etc. Appliance timers will be used where possible at venues and for venue catering.