

Environ 2026, the 36th Irish Environmental Researchers Colloquium, will take place from 27–29 April 2026 on the Dundalk Institute of Technology (DkIT) campus. This year’s event is a collaboration between the Environmental Sciences Association of Ireland (ESAI) and DkIT.
Environ provides a high-visibility platform for both emerging and established researchers to share their work with an audience that includes academics, government agencies, policy-makers, and industry representatives.
The theme for Environ 2026 is “Habits and Habitats: Adapting Sustainable Practices for Environmental Protection.” This theme reflects not only the pressing environmental challenges of our time but also highlights the crucial social and behavioural dimensions that influence environmental outcomes.
This year’s colloquium will feature an expanded and diverse range of session themes, designed to capture the breadth of contemporary environmental science. Sessions will explore topics such as:
These sessions aim to foster interdisciplinary dialogue and provide a space for innovative research that addresses both the scientific and societal aspects of environmental protection.
Watch this space—more details will be announced soon!


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