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Re:Energise from ESB

ESB
Sustainability
Climate Change
Ireland
Food Waste
Comedy
ESB
Science Communication
Renewable Energy
Local Communities
Shipping Containers
Climate Justice
Arts
Hope Punk
Sustainable Fashion
Konmari Method
Fossil Fuels
Positive Carbon
Dingle
Tiny Homes
Ardna Crusia

Re:Energise is an Irish sustainability podcast from ESB, exploring how we can shape a cleaner, more sustainable energy future, one conversation at a time. Hosted by broadcaster Meghann Scully, this first season brings you voices from all across Ireland, from farmers and fashion designers to chefs, academics, comedians, and publicans, each sharing their unique perspective on sustainability in Irela... more

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Can a tiny peninsula in County Kerry solve Ireland's energy crisis? Host Meghann Scully heads to Dingle to meet the local trailblazers proving that rural communities are at the absolute forefront of building a sustainable future.

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Is it actually possible to ditch your car in Ireland? Host Meghann Scully hits the streets of Dublin to find out how car-reliant we really are, and heads to Galway city to test out a brand new e-mobility hub as a total non-cyclist.

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Can you turn a dead wind turbine into an outdoor bridge? Host Meghann Scully dives into the fascinating world of extreme repurposing and circular upcycling, proving that yesterday’s industrial waste is tomorrow’s ultimate "Grand Design."

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Is our digital obsession fueling the climate crisis? Host Meghann Scully takes a hard look at the technology we use every day, exploring whether the rise of artificial intelligence, gadgets, and data centres will save the planet—or push it over the e... more

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Deirdre de Bhailís
General manager of The Dingle Hub
The Dingle Hub
Episode: Re:Connect | How Rural Irish Communities are Tackling Climate Change
Dinny Galvin
Dairy farmer who describes himself as an engineer at heart
Dingle farming community
Episode: Re:Connect | How Rural Irish Communities are Tackling Climate Change
Rose Spillane
Owner of Spillane's Bar and Restaurant
Spillane's Bar and Restaurant
Episode: Re:Connect | How Rural Irish Communities are Tackling Climate Change
Lorden So Reilly
Representative from SEAI (Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland)
SEAI
Episode: Re:Connect | How Rural Irish Communities are Tackling Climate Change
Angie Nagle
Founder/lead at BladeBridge, repurposing wind turbine blades
BladeBridge
Episode: Re:Purpose | Wind turbines, shipping containers, and the secret behind the ultimate "Grand Design"
Dr. Tara Shine
Scientist, policy advisor and science communicator
Change by Degrees
Episode: Re:Engage| Why climate activism starts at home and ends in the boardroom
Sharon McManus
Former defense forces member, group head of sustainability at ESB
ESB
Episode: Re:Engage| Why climate activism starts at home and ends in the boardroom
Dr. Noel Fitzpatrick
Weather researcher and science communicator
Episode: Re:Act | Are Irish Storms Getting Worse? Inside the Climate Data
Dr. Paul Deane
Senior lecturer in clean energy futures at University College Cork
University College Cork
Episode: Re:Charge | How a 100-year-old Hydroelectric Station is Still Teaching us About the Future of Renewable Energy

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Meghann Scully
Host of Re:Energise, broadcaster

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Re:Fresh | Ireland's Massive Food Waste Crisis and How to Fix It
Q: How much food are we wasting in homes and businesses, and what's the economic impact?
The guests explain that households in Ireland waste around 149 kilograms per person per year, costing about €700 per household, and that hospitality venues face similar waste challenges which directly affect profitability; the key is measuring waste accurately to drive targeted reductions.
Re:Invent (Technology Risks and Opportunities)
Q: Can we talk a bit now maybe about the positive impact that tech does have on climate change and maybe how it's working together?
Regulations like the EU's circular economy directive are facilitating positive tech impacts, such as e-waste management and the right to repair.
Re:Invent (Technology Risks and Opportunities)
Q: Is there a way that we can make kids go, I'm really excited about climate change, I'm really excited about sustainability?
You can make them excited about making a difference, but you need to give them hope that they can create a positive impact on the world.
Re:Energise Live (Bonus Episode)
Q: Is there any one bit of advice that maybe someone could change right now to be a bit greener?
Use the data from smart meters to find the best energy tariffs and engage with energy usage to potentially save money.
Re:Energise Live (Bonus Episode)
Q: What do you think is going to happen for the next 100 years for ESB?
I hope we will capitalize on our natural resources and improve technology advancements, especially in floating offshore wind and national-scale storage solutions like hydrogen.

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This show centers on practical sustainability across sectors in Ireland, featuring interviews with farmers, publicans, designers, engineers, researchers, and artists who share how everyday choices—from transportation and housing to clothing and food—shape a cleaner energy future. Episodes explore real-world deployments like community energy projects, renewables integration, circular economy concepts, and consumer behavior shifts, often spotlighting local initiatives and personal journeys toward lower carbon living. A standout throughline is turning big climate questions into actionable steps—whether it's ditching the car, reusing materials, reducing food waste, or embracing sustainable design—making complex topics accessible and locally rel... more

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