Carnegie Conversations: Rewilding with Randal Plunkett
Rewilding with Randal Plunkett
Wednesday 22nd October, 18:00 – 19:00
The Carnegie Library, Dún Laoghaire
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Join us for an inspiring talk with filmmaker and conservationist Randal Plunket, the founder of the Dunsany Nature Reserve, who has transformed his historic family estate in County Meath into one of the country’s most ambitious rewilding projects.
In a time of biodiversity loss and environmental crisis, Randal made the radical decision to return much of his 1,600-acre estate to nature, removing intensive farming and allowing ecosystems to regenerate. Today, Dunsany Nature Reserve has become a thriving sanctuary for native plants, wildlife and pollinators, offering a living example of how landowners can reimagine their role as custodians of the environment.
In this talk, Randal will share his personal journey, the challenges and breakthroughs of large-scale rewilding, and the lessons learned from giving land back to nature.
This event is perfect for anyone interested in conservation, biodiversity, climate action, land management, or simply seeking inspiration from bold ideas for a more sustainable future. Attendees will gain unique insights into how rewilding can contribute to ecological restoration, climate resilience, and a new vision of co-existence between humans and the natural world.
Tickets
This event is free but booking is required, click here to: Register now.
Cancellation: We understand that life can be unpredictable, and if you have booked an in-person ticket and cannot attend please cancel via Eventbrite. This allows others to avail of the ticket.
Directions: Entrance is on Library Road.
Carnegie Conversations
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