Balance with The World: Donal McQuirk, David Ryan and Aoibhin Ryan

 

On this episode we have: Donal McQuirk and David Ryan
Name of the organisation: Bull Island Action Group
Topic discussed: Protecting the Biosphere: Community in Action with Bull Island Action Group!
Website: https://bullislandactiongroup.ie
Summary of the interview: Donal McGuirk and David Ryan from the Bull Island Action Group, joins Liz Montalvo to discuss the importance of protecting Dublin’s Bull Island, a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. They shared how their community-led beach clean-ups help preserve the island’s unique ecosystem, highlighted the environmental challenges it faces, and emphasized the power of local action and education in safeguarding nature for future generations.

And for the second part of the episode, we also have: Aoibhin Ryan
Name of the organisation: Leave No Trace Ireland
Topic discussed: The Importance of responsible outdoor practices to protect natural spaces.
Website: https://www.leavenotraceireland.org
Summary of the interview: Aoibhín Ryan from Leave No Trace Ireland, joins Liz Montalvo to talk about the importance of responsible outdoor practices to protect natural spaces. She explained the Leave No Trace principles, which guide people in reducing their environmental impact while enjoying nature. She also highlighted the value of education, community engagement, and small individual actions in preserving biodiversity and ensuring future generations can experience the outdoors sustainably.