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The Environmental Society at St. Colman’s Community College has been at the heart of our school’s commitment to sustainability and climate action for over a decade. Working closely with the Green-Schools Programme, the Society provides students with opportunities to learn, lead, and take action on environmental issues within our school, our local community, and beyond.
Through workshops, campaigns, and hands-on activities, our students have promoted awareness of biodiversity, waste reduction, water conservation, energy efficiency, and sustainable travel. The Society is student-driven, supported by staff mentors, and aims to foster environmental responsibility, leadership, and pride in making a difference.
Over the years, the Environmental Society and Green-Schools team have achieved significant recognition at local and national level, including:
Greenschools School of the Year for the Green Flag theme Global Citizenship - Marine; 2023 - 2025
An Taisce Ocean Hero School of the Year in 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2021; 2022, shortlisted finalists in 2023, and 2024.
Greenschools School of the Year for the Green Flag theme Global Citizenship - Energy; 2021 - 2023
Garda National Youth Award for the Environment - Divisional Winner (2019), Overall National Winner (2022)
Young Reporters for The Environment Award Commendation Winners in 2025
Winner of Irish Wildlife Trust Biodiversity School of the Year (2019)
Participation in the All-Ireland 4 Schools Climate Action Programme (2022–2023), mentoring students in cross-border environmental leadership projects with Northern Ireland schools
Representation at the Green-Schools Expo in the RDS (2016 and 2018), one of only 12 schools chosen nationally to showcase work; in 2018 we contributed to a panel discussion alongside Professor John McSweeney and Professor Donal O’Shea
Climate Action Week participation and Climate Ambassador projects (2017–2019)
Water Ambassador Programme (2015–2016)
Numerous student-led initiatives through the Environmental Society, including awareness campaigns, biodiversity gardening, and local action projects.
The Environmental Society continues to provide a platform for students to take the lead on environmental initiatives, supported by staff, parents, and community partners. Their achievements demonstrate the power of young people working together for change and highlight St. Colman’s as a school committed to sustainability, innovation, and student leadership.
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