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.

Get your foodie hat on and vote for whatever tickles your fancy really: Voting starts on Monday

Over 100,000 private sector jobs depend on the success and growth of the agri-food sector which has an estimated turnover of £4billion.

This is the 12th NIFDA awards and Food NI are delighted to be sponsoring two categories. The sector is thriving and the awards honour the work of our home grown producers and celebrate the contribution which the agri-food industry plays in our economy.

Zero carbon house sees Green Future shortlisted for ‘Sustainable Development of the Year’

Green Future NI has been shortlisted for the ‘Sustainable Development of the Year’ award at this year’s Housing Awards in Belfast.

Green Future NI created the innovative ‘Green Future House’ in Middletown in Co Armagh which not only meets the Government’s required transition to mass construction of new ‘zero carbon homes’ by 2016 but the house exceeds the Government’s targets.

Farm business owners and horticultural companies urged to modernise farms with ROCs

Future proofing homes and businesses is fast becoming a the norm but many are still not taking advantage of Government schemes.

Leading green energy solutions company, AmberGreen Energy, is urging businesses with big roofs to invest in solar energy and also to embrace biomass as alternatives to relying on fossil fuels which continue to be a costly outgoing no matter how big or small your business is.

Markethill High School generates £2million stimulating economic and social growth

Markethill High School is an award winning school which not only positively impacts on the lives of its pupils.

The school also has a major impact on community life in the village as recent reports reveal it contributes approximately £2million to the local community which stimulates economic and social regeneration. The school is campaigning for a new build school and sixth form provision.

Pupils lend their voices to support community strong campaign for new build

Markethill High School is a school where pupils ‘Believe to Achieve’ and this is true in their drive to achieve a new build and sixth form.

Head Girl and Head Boy at the school have decided to speak out to show their support for the community campaign for a new building and a sixth form so students like them have to leave their own community to continue with their education. Here’s what they have to say.

A brand journalism approach strengthens public relations for all of our clients

MGMPR Ltd (previously known as McGillie Media & PR Ltd) is the first PR company in Northern Ireland to adopt a brand journalism approach to PR.

Our team are media law trained professionals who know what makes a story and we know how to pitch it, write it and present it. We use our skills to deliver a multimedia approach to PR which compliments our other services.

Farmers get to grips with investment potential with latest solar technologies

AmberGreen Energy has fast built up its reputation as being one of the most trusted suppliers of green energy solutions.

The company specifically focuses on solar pv for commercial and domestic properties and biomass for renewable heating in the commercial and domestic markets. Farmers see the benefits of investing in solar pv and biomass so AmberGreen hosted a series of roadshows to engage with farmers.

Education inspectorate places school as practice leader for literacy and numeracy

Markethill High School is a school of “very good practice” in literacy and numeracy, according to the Educational and Training Inspectorate.

The school, headed by principal James Maxwell, was assessed recently on how it has developed literacy and numeracy initiatives in the past three years and how its practice can then be shared with other schools across the province. The school is campaigning for a new build and sixth form.

AmberGreen to host FREE seminars to give farmers up to date investment information

The installation of solar pv panels on barns and poultry houses across Northern Ireland is fast becoming the norm.

For farmers who have not yet embraced solar pv or biomass, AmberGreen Energy will host a series of workshops so farmers can make informed decisions as to which form of renewable energy will best suit their needs. AmberGreen has installed solar pv and biomass on farms across the region.

Magazine talks about the power of storytelling with MGMPR director Eleanor McGillie

It’s that time of year when we pledge never to eat carbohydrates again, we all become teetotal and we all convince ourselves it will all be ok because we will win the Euromillions.

Not so fast! Eleanor McGillie, director of MGMPR Ltd, has put the brakes on her hopes of winning the jackpot in favour of building brands through the power of storytelling. Brand journalism combines with other PR tools means MGMPR is best placed to tell your story.

A once thriving hotel takes action to survive the downturn

By Eleanor McGillie MCGILLIE Media & PR have been recruited to devise a media campaign which will boost a once thriving hotel by bringing it back to its former glory. The family run establishment dates back to the early 1900s and is steeped in history and charm. However, like many businesses trying to survive in […]

Renewable energy company to build legacy in Armagh

A planning application is nearing completion after months of consultation and planning which will put an Armagh village back on the map of national technological importance, as well as injecting new life into the community and creating much needed jobs. Amber Green Energy, has applied for an anaerobic digestion facility, on land owned by farmer […]

Markethill Principal calls for equality in post primary education decision

The Principal of Markethill High School is calling for equality of judgement in the decision-making process by the Southern Education and Library Board (SELB) following the consultation into the area based proposals which could see Markethill High School get a new school build and Sixth Form provision. Speaking at the recent Key Stage 3 prize […]

Markethill High School students celebrate language titles

Markethill High School students are celebrating prestigious wins this week for their achievements in modern languages. The British Academy in London awarded Markethill High School with the prestigious title of ‘Best Mainstream School in Northern Ireland for Modern Languages’ placing the school as the top school in Northern Ireland but also in the top three […]