Aug 2021
to 70% of the world’s crops. The success of our species is dependent on theirs. There are 98 species of bee in Ireland; nearly 1/3 are threatened with extinction. We are looking to make a difference. This initiative gives us the opportunity to not only make an individual difference but the tools to educate, advocate, create awareness and take action. Host In Ireland and its data centre industry partners are uniting to make a difference by pledging to deliver on actions to make Ireland more pollinator friendly and ensure the survival of our pollinators for future generations. As part of this Ardmac have committed to planting 8 orchards this November.
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Protect areas at your office or data centre land that are already providing food and shelter for pollinators. Mow 1/3 of all grassy areas at your office or data. Try to have pollinator- friendly plants in flower the whole time pollinators are active, from March all the way through to October. Provide nesting habitats. They are not aggressive, have no interest in interacting with humans and do not present any risk to the public or employees. Reduce use of pesticides. Pesticides include insecticides, fungicides and herbicides. All of these can be harmful to pollinators, either directly.
You can support the DCs for Bees Pollinator Plan by raising awareness in your supply chain, local community or workplace. Influence your local authority, supply chain and local businesses to take pollinator-friendly actions. Develop a community campaign. Fund printing of the Junior Pollinator Plan for local schools. Sponsor pollinator- friendly planting in local communities. Fund construction or purchase of bee hotels for local community groups. Sponsor a pollinator- friendly award.
You can read the full pollinator plan and actions here pollinator friendly actions
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