Why An Taisce and PMI’s Climate Action Week Could Flip the Script on Corporate Sustainability Forever

Ever wonder what happens when Ireland’s top environmental watchdog teams up with the masters of project management? Well, brace yourself—An Taisce and the Ireland chapter of the Project Management Institute (PMI) are doing just that, gearing up for the ninth Climate Action Week from October 13 to 19. Picture this: the historic Tailors’ Hall in Dublin transformed into a bustling Climate Action Hub, buzzing with workshops, inspirational galleries, and a space designed for real, impactful conversations. It’s not just another week on the calendar; it’s a full-throttle, all-hands-on-deck movement with hundreds of events aimed squarely at tackling the climate crisis head-on. And here’s the kicker—a fresh, low-carbon website has just launched, becoming the ultimate hub for community groups and organisers across Ireland to amplify their climate actions. With PMI’s 3,500 members rallying alongside, this isn’t just big—it’s game-changing. Ready to see how smart project management can fuel a greener future? Dive in and get involved! LEARN MORE

An Taisce and the Ireland chapter of the Project Management Institute (PMI) have partnered ahead of the ninth Climate Action Week, which will run from 13-19 October.

Hundreds of events, talks and workshops will be hosted across Ireland to help tackle the climate crisis.

The historic Tailors’ Hall in Dublin 8 will be transformed into a Climate Action Hub, complete with an inspirational indoor and outdoor gallery, accessible workshop space and place for participants to gather.

An Taisce, the National Trust for Ireland, has a launched a new, low-carbon website with resources for community groups and organisations to get involved in Climate Action Week.

The one-stop-sustainable-shop is also where organisers from all over Ireland can promote their calendar of events this October.

In previous years, activities have included neon bike discos, community tree planting, environmental-themed movie screenings, fashion swap shops, sustainable foodie trails, neighbourhood dinner parties and climate comedy nights.

Furthermore, the Ireland Chapter of PMI is sharing its expertise with An Taisce and will be encouraging its 3,500 members to participate in the celebrations and run events in their workplaces, schools, colleges and communities.

Cathy Baxter, education and community action director, An Taisce, said: “We are delighted to partner with the Ireland Chapter of PMI in 2025 to bring Climate Action Week to the next level.

“Already, I can see our Climate Action Team benefitting from their extensive project management experience, and we are excited to see how this relationship evolves in An Taisce.”

Recent survey findings* from the Ireland Chapter of the PMI show that three-quarters (75%) of project management professionals in Ireland think organisations are more interested in sustainability compared to a year ago.

Furthermore, some 45% of project management professionals have already been involved in managing projects driving sustainability.

Meanwhile, 90% of respondents think project management is important for achieving sustainability goals. When it comes to managing projects, only one in ten (10%) project management professionals are of the opinion that sustainability is not important.

Peter Glynne, president of the Ireland chapter of PMI, added: “At a time when sustainability is an ever-increasing priority for Irish organisations, it is ever more important for people to work together and take action.

“By collaborating with An Taisce on Climate Action Week, we hope to encourage and empower people to do something which has real social impact and benefits our planet.”

To find out what your Local Authority, community group, school, college or business has on offer, visit climateactionweek.ie.

Photo: (l-r) Peter Glynne, president of the Ireland Chapter of PMI; Alex Reilly, climate communication officer, An Taisce; Carlos Mandolesi, director of social impact for the Ireland Chapter of PMI; and Cathy Baxter, education and community action director, An Taisce. (Pic: Supplied)