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EPA Highlights Significant Increase In Government Green Procurement, But ICT Sector Lags Behind.
- Of €1.24 billion spend by government departments on contracts in 2023, 82 per cent included green criteria, up from 34 per cent in 2022. There are, however, inconsistencies across sectors.
- ICT Products & Services contracts included green criteria in only 29 per cent of cases, indicating the need for wider adoption.
- In contrast, all reported procurement of Food & Catering Services and Heating Equipment, included green criteria, with a total value of €583,447.
- Eight government departments lacked a formal system for tracking Green Public Procurement (GPP) implementation.
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has today published its fourth report on Green Public Procurement (GPP) adoption by government departments. GPP allows public authorities to source goods, services or works that have a reduced environmental impact throughout their life cycle while also achieving value for money.
A total spend of €1.24 billion across 18 government departments was reported. Of this, 82 per cent of contracts, valued at €1.02 billion, included green criteria (compared to 34 per cent in 2022).
GPP implementation varied widely across government departments, with the number of contracts incorporating GPP ranging from zero to 100%. There was an inconsistency in application of green criteria across product & services sectors, with high adoption reported for Food & Catering Services and Heating Equipment (100%), but low adoption in contracts for ICT Products & Services (29%).
Launching the report Ms Laura Burke, Director General, said: “This report shows a welcome increase in the use of green public procurement by central government. Full adoption across all government departments is a powerful lever to achieve better economic and environmental value as well as showing leadership in a transition to a greener, more circular economy. The EPA has developed practical guidance to support Government Departments and other public bodies to accelerate green purchasing.”
Tracking of GPP remains an issue to be addressed with eight of the 18 Government Departments lacking a formal system for tracking GPP implementation.
Mr David Flynn, Director, EPA Office of Environmental Sustainability added: “Government, local authorities and other public sector organisations collectively procure over €18 billion worth of goods, services and works. Whilst it is important that GPP is used by government departments, a broader adoption across the entire public sector will ensure that public funds are used effectively and responsibly while reducing the environmental impact of our public services.”
The report ‘Green Public Procurement: Monitoring and Reporting by Government Departments, 2023 Reference Year’ is now available on the EPA website HERE.
It was with a great sadness that we learned of the death, yesterday Monday 19th May 2025, of Mr John Gleeson, Celbridge, Co. Kildare and formerly of Thurles, Co. Tipperary.
Pre-deceased by his parents and brother Michael; Mr Gleeson passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loving family, while in the care of staff at Mater Private Hospital, Dublin.
His passing is most deeply regretted, sadly missed and lovingly remembered by his sorrowing family; loving wife Jackie (née Bracken), daughters Suzie and Alicia, son Mark, grandchildren Cillian, Cían, Caelan, Luke and Max, sons-in-law Mark and Kavan, daughter-in-law Meghan, brothers Brian, Brendan, Dermot and Ken, sisters Mairéad, Valerie, Barbara and Helen, best friend Gerry, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, extended relatives, neighbours and friends.
Requiescat in Pace.
Funeral Arrangements.
The earthly remains of Mr Gleeson will repose at Cunningham’s Funeral Home, Ardclough Road, Celbridge, Co. Kildare, (Eircode W23 AK13), on Thursday afternoon, May 22nd, from 5:00pm before being received into the Church of St. Patrick, Main Street, Celbridge, Co. Kildare at 7:00pm.
Requiem Mass for Mr Gleeson will be celebrated on Friday morning, May 23rd, at 10:00am, followed by interment, immediately afterwards, in Donacomper Cemetery, Celbridge, Co. Kildare.
For those persons who wish to attend Requiem Mass for Mr Gleeson, but for reasons cannot, same can be viewed streamed live online, HERE.
The extended Gleeson and Bracken families wish to express their appreciation for your understanding at this difficult time, and have made arrangements for those persons wishing to send messages of condolence, to use the link shown HERE.
Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam dílis.
Ms Maura Barrett, (Cashel Library) reports:
Line Dancing takes place on Friday next, May 23rd in Cashel Library from 11:00am – 12:00 noon.
It’s a fun way to exercise, socialise, make friends and a great way to finish our Bealtaine events.
Dancing and music is an essential part of self-care and well-being in this busy environment. So do come along and enjoy a great morning.
Remember: Booking Essential to Tel. No. 062-63825 with spaces limited for this FREE Event.
******** “Dust those boots off and get ready to dance! ” ********
Visitors attending this event can locate the Cashel Library building; situated on Friar Street, Lady’s Well, Cashel, Co. Tipperary, HERE. (G487+RX).
Food Safety Authority recall Russell Meats Sliced Corned Beef, Sliced Turkey and Sliced Roast Beef due to unapproved processing, packaging and labelling.
Alert Summary dated Tuesday, May 20th, 2025.
Category 1: For Action
Alert Notification: 2025.20
Product Identification: Russell Meats Sliced Corned Beef, Russell Meats Sliced Turkey, Russell Meats Roast Beef Sliced.
Batch Code: All batch codes, all use by dates.
Message: All vacuum packed ready-to-eat Russell Meats Sliced Corned Beef, Sliced Turkey and Roast Beef Sliced are being recalled as they were processed, packaged and labelled without approval and were therefore not subject to official controls.
Recall notices will be displayed at point-of-sale.
Action Required: Manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, caterers & retailers:
Wholesalers/Distributors: Same are requested to contact their affected customers and recall the implicated products and provide a point-of-sale recall notice to their retail customers.
Retailers: Same are requested to remove the implicated products from sale and display recall notices at point-of-sale.
Consumers: Consumers are advised not to eat the implicated products.
Afternoon Tea in Cashel Library tomorrow afternoon at 2:30pm
‘How Are You? asks, Ms Maura Barrett, (Cashel Library) who now reports:
“Hello, How Are You?” is a campaign about connecting with those around us and engaging in open conversations about mental health.
It’s about asking the question, ‘How Are You?’ with meaning, and really listening to the response.
Following on from the successful Afternoon Tea last year, Cashel Library invites you once again, to come along and meet people; form a new friendship and discover the well-being effect that talking and listening to each other can have.
Sometimes all we need to do is ask the question “HELLO HOW ARE YOU?“
Afternoon Tea is a free event but please remember booking is essential in order to facilitate the necessary catering requirements for this event. To confirm attendance contact Tel: 062-63825.
Visitors attending this event can locate the Cashel Library building; situated on Friar Street, Lady’s Well, Cashel, Co. Tipperary, HERE. (G487+RX).
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