May 14 In the Press

Basil McCrea gives his full backing for zero carbon construction schemes

Northern Ireland’s first zero carbon home to be accredited by the Government has been described by Basil McCrea as “an exemplary concept”.

Mr McCrea has joined a long list of politicians to visit the zero carbon home in Middletown, Co Armagh which was built by Green Future NI. The house which is 3,000sqft costs approximately £300 per year to heat and light thanks to a blend of technologies installed at the property.

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May 10 In the Press

Visit stand to win £4,200 of solar pv panels with AmberGreen Energy at Balmoral Show

AmberGreen Energy is a leading green energy solutions company which operated in Northern Ireland, England, Scotland and Wales.

The company, boasting a large team of energy consultants specialising in solar and biomass, are helping homes and businesses across the country reduce their reliance on fossil fuels by giving them the solution which gives them back control. Join the AmberGreen family by going green.

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May 10 In the Press

UFU praise for Markethill High School’s drive to connect pupils with the land

Agriculture is the core business of the world’s survival. It’s about food security, climate change and energy security and everything which comes with these key factors.

Markethill High School is introducing a GCSE in Agriculture and Land Use which has received the full backing of the Ulster Farmers’ Union. The GCSE will help pupils connect with the land and encourage them to learn about the agriculture sector in Northern Ireland.

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April 23 In the Press

The future just got brighter! Minister extends permitted development for solar PV

Northern Ireland’s Environment Minister says farmers will no longer have to apply for planning permission to put solar panels on the roofs of farm buildings.

The news, announced by Minister Alex Attwood, has been welcomed by AmberGreen Energy – a leading green energy solutions company which is responsible for domestic and commercial solar pv and biomass installations in Northern Ireland, England, Scotland and Wales.

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April 18 In the Press

Green energy solutions company to offer solar and biomass solutions at three day Balmoral Show

Balmoral Show is Northern Ireland’s annual three-day show held in mid-May features which farming and agricultural displays and competitions.

AmberGreen Energy has been paving the way for farmers across the region to future proof their homes and farms by embracing green energy solutions with solar pv and biomass. The team at AmberGreen Energy will be meeting and greeting customers at this year’s show.

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April 15 In the Press

Markethill High School is ranked in NI’s top five best non selective controlled schools at GCSE

The 2012 Annual Examination Results released by the Department of Education have been compiled into league tables by the Belfast Telegraph.

The Belfast Telegraph analyse the results by putting all schools into an order of how well they perform at GCSE level. The results have found Markethill High School is ranked in NI’s top five best non selective controlled schools at GCSE. The ranking is a significant achievement.

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April 10 In the Press

Leading green energy company joins forces with leading retailer Menarys & Tempest

Amber Green Energy is joining forces with Menarys & Tempest to offer retail customers the chance to win, win, win!

The large retailer and green energy solutions company are offering customers the opportunity to pick up £100 worth of Menarys vouchers as a reward for referring a friend or neighbour who purchases an Amber Green solar pv system.

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April 5 In the Press

Happy clients is what makes Noel Conn & Company happy, says Gemma Coulter!

Noel Conn & Company is a well known and reputable Chartered Accountancy practice operating from a beautiful Georgian Townhouse in the historic city of Armagh.

The practice has over 500 clients – clients which work in a wide range of sectors including farming, renewable energy, construction, retail, legal, pubs, hotels, restaurants and much more. Gemma Coulter, a key member of the team, tells MGMPR why clients keep coming back.

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April 3 In the Press

AmberGreen urges home owners to switch to solar to build sustainable communities

We are all waking up to the fact that we need to invest in our futures – not just in terms of financial savings and return on investment.

AmberGreen Energy is encouraging people to make a contribution to creating an environmentally sustainable place to live for our children and our grandchildren. Robert McNeill says by switching to solar people are future proofing their homes, building sustainable communities while also generating revenue.

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March 27 In the Press

AmberGreen Energy – the Northern Irish company supporting Northern Irish farmers

AmberGreen Energy works directly with farmers to help them explore what the best way forward is in order to boost their farming enterprises.

Future proofing homes and farms has been high on the agenda for farmers across the country with many switching to solar pv or biomass for their heating. AmberGreen says more people to switch to renewable power the get the benefit of Government incentives which help people save money on energy bills.

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March 22 In the Press

Thousands vote Tayto and Del Toro as winners in Food NI sponsored NIFDA categories

In 2012, the food and drink processing industry in Northern Ireland generated sales of approximately £4.2bn – a 4.2 per cent increase on 2011.

MGMPR Ltd is here to tell the story of our food and drink producers – an industry which thrives on the provenance, quality and reputation of the food and drink we produce. Here’s the story of Tayto and Del Toro who won at the Northern Ireland Food and Drink Awards 2013 in the Food NI sponsored categories.

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March 12 In the Press

AmberGreen Energy invite farmers to roadshows to get expert advice on solar pv farm solutions

AmberGreen Energy is inviting farmers to free seminars at their latest roadshow where experts will provide the most up to date information on the viability of solar schemes.

Solar power is on the rise in Northern Ireland with more and more people benefiting from the Renewable Obligation Certificate incentive which was set up by Government. The roadshows are a fantastic way for farmers to get expert advice from a leading company. See story for full details.

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March 4 In the Press

Top quality forage proves king of the crop as New Zealand’s farmers reseed with quality grasses

Reseeding is a key component to increasing meat and milk production from grazed grass, according to a leading seed production company.

Reseeded swards produce greater quantities of herbage, particularly in the early spring and late autumn and winter. Eleanor McGillie talks to David Little of Co Down based Samuel McCausland Ltd about seeding practices in New Zealand which will benefit farmers in Northern Ireland.

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February 27 In the Press

Heads up for healthier turf as Coburn’s host NI launch of Bayer’s new high performing fungicide

A new high performing fungicide, which can be used for the prevention and control of certain diseases of turfgrass has been launched in Banbridge.

James Coburn & Son Ltd is delighted to have hosted the first launch of Interface in Northern Ireland. Interface is the first Bayer fungicide with StressGard formulation which means it is the most high powered fungicide available from Bayer. Greenkeepers will see how the greens benefit.

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February 25 In the Press Newsfeed

Dundalk Institute of Technology students explore opportunities for zero carbon homes

Dundalk Institute of Technology students have visited the Green Future NI zero carbon home as part of their Doing Business in Emerging Markets course.

The house addresses critical questions around affordable, energy efficient homes for social housing associations, the government, developers and homeowners. The students examined the business opportunities of this zero carbon home.

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