Woodlands of Ireland is delighted to announce that we were accepted as a member of the Irish Environmental Network (IEN) earlier this year. This milestone marks our enduring commitment to the protection, restoration, and conservation of Ireland’s native woodlands, which are a vital part of our natural and cultural heritage.
Who are the Irish Environmental Network
The Irish Environmental Network brings together over 30 leading environmental non-governmental organisations across the country, working collectively to advocate for biodiversity, sustainability, and climate action. By joining the IEN, Woodlands of Ireland will strengthen its voice in national policy discussions, build new partnerships with like-minded organisations, and contribute to shared initiatives that place Ireland’s environment at the heart of decision-making. Membership of the IEN also offers new opportunities to highlight the value of native woodland conservation and to ensure that these habitats are recognised as key to tackling biodiversity loss and climate change. Together with our new network partners, we look forward to advancing a greener, healthier, and more resilient Ireland for future generations.
What does the Irish Environmental Network do?
The Irish Environmental Network (IEN) is an umbrella group of environmental Non-Governmental Organisations (NGOs) in Ireland, formed in 2002 to collectively protect and enhance the environment. It works to place environmental issues centrally in national and international discussions, promotes sustainability, and helps member organisations secure funding and services.
The IEN provides a collective voice to represent its member organisations, speaking for the common good rather than self-interest, to influence policy and decision-making.
Members of the Irish Environmental Network:
Woodlands of Ireland joins 40+ environmental organisations as members of the Irish Environmental Network, including tree and woodland groups like Crann, Hedgerows Ireland, Native Woodland Trust and Irish Agroforestry Forum to name a few. Woodlands of Ireland is looking forward to continuing its work and contributing to conversations, consultations and projects that conserve and expand native semi-natural woodlands.