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Plans are being developed, in conjunction with the Sanctuary Runners, to hold a free virtual event for overseas runners on race day.
In previous years, we’ve given over 7,500 polyester t -shirts annually to our participants. Continuing the greening of the event, this year we’ve partnered with an Dúlra, a co -operative that plants native Irish woodlands at two sites in the West of Ireland. (We will explore possible Cork-based partnerships for future years.) The marathon’s participants now have the option of having a tree planted instead of taking a race t - shirt – the cost of the t- shirt will be given to an Dúlra for planting trees on the participant’s behalf. With an estimated 110,000 tonnes of textile waste produced in Ireland each year, this is an initiative to further reduce the carbon footprint of the event and to raise awareness of the need to develop a more sustainable economy; It also contributes to the nationwide effort that’s needed to in crease our tree cover, which is the lowest in the EU at 11%. Since we introduced the option in mid-January, over 200 participants have already chosen to forego a shirt.
Environmental Awareness
Cork Carnival of Science The Cork Carnival of Science will take place on 11th and 12th June 2022 in Fitzgerald’s Park. This event is organised by Cork City Council’s Lifetime Lab and supported by Science Foundation Ireland. Preparations are underway for the event and details will follow in the coming months. Sustainable Fashion Workshops These workshops are being offered to secondary schools in Cork City who participate in the Green Flag programme. The workshops which are funded by Cork City Council and delivered by Circular Fashion Ireland, introduce students to the complexities of the global fashion industry and the impact it has on both our planet and people
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