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 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 22 In the Press

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.

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February 14 In the Press

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.

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