Eleven students have been awarded scholarships by Bord na Móna, with 10 to pursue studies and build careers in climate action and sustainable economic development.
The 10 students have been chosen as part of Bord na Móna’s strand of its ‘Pathways to the Future’ programme, which supports third-level students pursuing careers that focus on climate solutions.
Additionally, Cormac Petrie from Co. Roscommon was awarded a new scholarship by Bord na Móna in partnership with Technological University of the Shannon (TUS) Athlone.
Petrie is enrolled there in the Bachelor of Engineering in Mechanical Engineering with Energy programme. The scholarship provides financial support to assist with costs associated with further education.
As the cost of student life can present challenges for some in third level education, Bord na Móna established its scholarship fund in 2022 to help students manage academic expenses while preparing for future careers.
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The 2024/2025 scholarship recipients includes the following students: Alannah Haugh, University College Dublin (UCD); Paxia Novorin, Dublin Business School (DBS); Tom Tracey, University of Limerick (UL); and Shane Sullivan, Maynooth University.
The following students were chosen from University College Cork (UCC): Marc Barrett Perez; Niamh O’Brien; Ciaran Kelleher; Rory Murphy; Lily Clifton; and Seamus Fleming.
Applicants to the scholarship scheme were required to submit a business case on renewable energy and a personal statement demonstrating their leadership qualities.
Eligible candidates were required to be enrolled in undergraduate studies (level 8), masters or doctoral studies, in a discipline relating to climate action and sustainable development.
The eleven scholarship recipients were recognised at a special event held in Bord na Móna’s Headquarters in Newbridge, Co. Kildare.
Head of HR and Corporate Affairs at Bord na Móna, Sharon Doyle said: “We were extremely impressed by the innovative and progressive thinking displayed by all of the recipients and wish them all the best for this academic year.”
Bord na Móna’s ‘Pathways to the Future’ programme consists of three different pathways: a Scholarship Pathway, a Graduate Pathway and an Apprenticeship Pathway.
All three of the pathways offer support and opportunities for those hoping to build careers in climate solutions, renewable energy and sustainable economic development.