Green Club
Claregalway GAA & LGFA is proud to be part of the GAA Green Club Programme, supporting practical sustainability action across our grounds, facilities and club activities.
The programme is built around five key themes: Energy, Water, Waste, Biodiversity, and Travel & Transport.
Our Green Club Commitment
Sustainability is an important part of how we want to develop Claregalway GAA & LGFA for the future. Over recent years we have already made strong progress, and a Green Club committee has been established to help shape and deliver the next phase of that work.
This page highlights some of the steps already taken, the areas we are focusing on, and how members and the wider community can support our efforts.
Our Progress So Far
☀️ Solar Energy
Solar panels were installed at Knockdoemore and grid connected on 26 August 2025, helping reduce electricity use and supporting more sustainable energy use across the site.
💡 LED Lighting
LED pitch lighting was installed at Lakeview in July 2025, improving energy efficiency and reducing electricity demand.
🚲 Bike Shelter
A new bike shelter was installed in March 2026 to encourage more sustainable travel to and from our club facilities.
🌳 Tree Planting
An additional 300 native trees were planted at our grounds in Knockdoemore. This was further strengthened by a neighbouring planting initiative of 2,000 trees beside the walkway.
♻️ Reuse & Recycling
Lost reusable water bottles are now collected and made available for reuse, while a Re-Turn collection point has also been put in place in Knockdoemore.
Green Club Plan
Below is an overview of our Green Club plan, outlining key areas of development across our grounds and facilities.
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Support & Funding
Claregalway GAA & LGFA gratefully acknowledges the support of the Community Climate Action Fund and Galway County Council in helping deliver important sustainability projects at the club, including our solar panel installation and bike shelter.
Our Green Club Focus Areas
⚡ Energy
We are working to reduce energy use through solar generation, LED lighting upgrades, improved efficiency, and ongoing review of heating, insulation, pumps and general electricity use across club facilities.
💧 Water
Our focus includes water usage control, exploring water harvesting opportunities, and improving sustainability in pitch maintenance and facility use.
♻️ Waste
We want to reduce waste by encouraging reuse, improving recycling, cutting single-use plastics, and exploring ideas such as sportswear swaps, better collection systems and reduced disposable cup waste.
🌿 Biodiversity
Biodiversity work includes native tree planting, maintaining green site borders, supporting mini woodland development, and allowing more natural growth in selected areas around the club.
🚗 Travel & Transport
We are encouraging members to walk or cycle where possible, support car-pooling, and continue improving facilities that make lower-emission travel more practical.
Live Solar Dashboard
You can view our live solar generation data here:
Get Involved
We are always open to ideas, suggestions and support from members, volunteers and the wider community as we continue our Green Club journey.
If you would like to share an idea or get involved, please get in touch through our Contact Page.
