Keen to Be Green

In 2021, the facilities team in Fingal’s Community Development Department, collaborated with the Fingal Community Facilities Network to develop the first Keen to Be Green Charter. Securing commitment from Community Centre managers to prioritise and implement climate focused actions such as; waste management, water conservation, energy saving and active travel measures; over 30 community centres signed up to the charter. Now, the key reference document for securing environmental actions in all Fingal supported community centres the charter also acknowledges the importance of promoting biodiversity and the UN’s sustainable development goals locally.

Launched in September 2021, Deputy Mayor of Fingal, Councillor Daniel Whooley said of Keen to Be Green;

“I am confident that the project will grow from strength to strength. It will provide communities with the opportunity to learn more about climate action and become more aware of how together we can affect change. Together we recognise the impact climate action is having on our planet”

Consequently, in applying a collaborative approach, Fingal County Council’s Community Development Office, Environmental Department and the Fingal Community Facilities Network are central to sharing information which drives vital change in the community and creates greater awareness around climate action in local communities across Fingal.  

During the official launch, Principal Community Development Officer Linda Ennis as well as confirming her departments commitment to the project, explained;

“The Community Development Office is committed to supporting the network to build on this project into the future. Fingal County Council is very fortunate to have a wide range of community facilities across the county. Our facilities vary from large multipurpose shared facilities, centres with gyms, meeting rooms, dance studios, childcare facilities and outdoor spaces. These Community facilities provide so many opportunities to people across Fingal to become part of their community.”

The GLAS @ TU Dublin community garden is located on the campus of TU Dublin in Fingal. This unique garden, which is operated by Global Action Plan, in partnership with TU Dublin and Fingal County Council. Becoming a well-used community asset since first opening it welcomes groups of local people; school children and companies all of whom have worked hard ensure it is an accessible community resource. As a result, the garden has become a symbol of community resilience and environmental stewardship. The project aims to serve as a hub for sustainable living and community empowerment in Blanchardstown and beyond.

If you would like to get involved in the Glás Garden contact

Green Festivals take place in Community Centres and offer local people to attend workshops on fast fashion, upcycling , bike repair, food workshops and sustainable practices. Promoting community engagement in climate action and showcasing the efforts of local environmental groups. 

• Flemington Community Centre , Balbriggan North Co Dublin
• Donabate Community Centre  - North Co Dublin
• Mulhuddart Community Centre – Dublin 15
• Ongar Community Centre – Dublin 15
• Mourne View Youth Services – Skerries North Co.Dublin 

• Castaheany Community Centre Dublin 15
• Donabate Community Centre - North Co Dublin
• Applewood Community Centre -  Swords
• Rivervalley & Rathingle Community Centre - Swords
• Mountview Community Centre – Dublin 15
• Mulhuddart Community Centre- Dublin 15
• Ongar Community Centre - Dublin 15
• Flemington Community Centre – Balbriggan North Co Dublin 

Community Centre Biodiversity | Orchard Project

Acknowledging Tree Week and to promote biodiversity, the Operations department worked closely with the Community Facilities Network and Fingal Community Centres to secure and plant fruit trees in 16 Community Centres across Fingal. A selection of fruit trees were planted within the grounds including; Apple, Pear, Plum and Cherry Trees.

Fingal County Council is working to make Active Travel a safe, accessible and easy choice for everyone. As part of this mission, Fingal operate bike sharing schemes for the County. Working with the Active Travel team, our Community centres have facilitated initiatives such as: 

• Bike Racks
• Bike Sheds
• Accommodated learn to cycle events
• Bike repair workshops
• Bike repair Stations
• Fingal First Bike Library

• Recycled Paint: Fingal County Council supports the circular economy by providing recycled paint from Fingal Recycling Centres free of charge to community groups for use in community spaces and schools. This paint is collected from Fingal's recycling centres and processed by the Rediscovery Centre as part of a waste prevention and circular economy initiative and the Paint Reuse Network.  

   

   

• Dublin Climate Action Week 2025 KTBG Water Awards: 28 Fingal Community Centres received an award acknowledging their efforts to conserve water.

• Green Festival, Flemington Community Centre, Balbriggan: The Flemington Community Centre hosted an informative event with several workhops, including a Cool Food School, Bike Tattoo and Pannier workshops.