Waterford City and County Council is celebrating National Tree Week 2026, which runs from 8 to 15 March, under the theme "Growing a Greener Future Together".

The theme highlights how partnerships and community action can help build a healthier, more sustainable Ireland.

The initiative is underpinned by the long-standing collaboration between the Tree Council of Ireland and Coillte, which supports nationwide tree planting, biodiversity projects and environmental awareness.

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Through this support, Waterford City and County Council has made 600 saplings available to local schools. The week was launched locally when a mountain ash (rowan) was presented to St. Angela’s Ursuline Secondary School by the Mayor of Waterford City and County, Cllr Seamus Ryan, with a further 600 saplings being delivered to schools across the county this week.

Mayor of Waterford City and County, Cllr. Seamus Ryan said: "We are delighted to support National Tree Week, as it creates an awareness about the crucial contribution of trees. By planting native saplings like these, we are taking a practical step toward combating climate change and restoring the biodiversity that is so vital to our island."