Kildare County Council has committed €25,000 to support the development of a peatland carbon removal project led by Trinity College Dublin.
The project focuses on exploring how subsurface biomass storage in peat soils can contribute to long-term carbon removal while supporting peatland restoration. As part of the initiative, the partners are exploring the application of Restore Carbon’s technology in County Kildare, drawing on practical experience from Restore Carbon’s field projects.
Ireland contains extensive peat landscapes, many of which have been historically drained and today represent a significant source of greenhouse gas emissions. Developing scalable solutions that can transform these areas from carbon sources into long-term carbon sinks is an important opportunity for climate mitigation.
The funding from Kildare County Council will support early research and project development, helping to advance collaboration between Trinity College Dublin, Restore Carbon, and regional partners.
The funding for this initiative was provided by the elected members of Kildare County Council, who allocated resources from the Local Property Tax (LPT) to the Climate Innovation Fund. This fund is designed to support innovative climate action projects for individuals working, residing, or studying within Kildare, empowering the community to contribute to meaningful environmental progress.