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Sustainability and Innovation Driving #BuyDonegal

As global trends increasingly focus on sustainability and innovation, Donegal businesses are rising to the challenge by leading the way in environmentally conscious and forward-thinking practices. The region’s thriving entrepreneurial community, supported by initiatives like #CeannaighDúnnanGall / #BuyDonegal, showcases a wealth of companies making waves both locally and globally.

Donegal has long been a place of natural beauty, and its business community is determined to protect this legacy. Enterprises across the county are integrating sustainability into their operations, from reducing carbon footprints to embracing circular economy practices.

Photos by DS Environmental
Photos by DS Environmental

DS Environmental:

One standout example is this year’s Letterkenny Chambers Awards awardee for “Excellence in Innovation”, DS Environmental. Based in Kilmacrennan, DS Environmental has been a trusted provider of environmental cleaning solutions across Ireland and the UK for over 25 years.

Founded in 2006, the company offers a comprehensive range of services, including septic tank cleaning, drain and sewer cleaning, industrial tank cleaning, and mobile sludge dewatering. Their commitment to environmental protection is evident through their specialized, fully-certified services designed to meet the highest industry standards.

With a skilled team and a specialized fleet of vehicles and machinery, DS Environmental ensures that both households and industries can achieve their environmental cleaning goals effectively and efficiently. Their dedication to professionalism, customer care, and cost-effectiveness has established them as a leader in the field.

Photos by Sourced By Sab
Photos by Sourced By Sab

SourcedBySab:

One business who is embracing sustainability and leading by example is Sourced by Sab. this remarkable enterprise is showing how eco-consciousness and creativity can transform the way we shop and consume.

Founded on the principles of sustainability and ethical sourcing, Sourced by Sab has become a standout name in Donegal’s business community. Specializing in high-quality, ethically sourced products, the company is dedicated to promoting conscious consumerism.

What sets Sourced by Sab apart is its commitment to innovation. The company seamlessly blends traditional craftsmanship with modern design, offering products that are not only sustainable but also stylish and functional. By championing transparency and ethical practices, Sourced by Sab is setting a new standard for Donegal businesses looking to make a difference.

Donegal is not only a hub for innovative businesses but also a center of creativity, where art and sustainability intersect. Among the region’s most inspiring examples is Clagarnach Street Theatre, a dynamic group bringing environmental awareness to life through performance art.

Photos by Clagarnach
Photos by Clagarnach

Clagarnach:

Clagarnach is a Street Theatre and Spectacle company based in Letterkenny. Providing unique entertainment for all events to add extra fun. Stilt Walkers, Fire Performers, Jugglers, Clowns and much much more. Clagarnach also provides classes and workshops to train the next generation of performance artists and anyone that wants to get involved in carnival and circus fun. Set up as a Social Enterprise in 2024 as part of the DLDC’s Social Enterprise Hub Clagarnach aims to bring Circus and Street Theatre to a wider audience by working with groups that may not have had access to this art form before.

“We are always looking to introduce Circus and Theatre to new people that have not had a chance to get involved before. Whether it be adults, youth groups or groups working with additional needs or abilities, we adapt the training and workshops to suit.”

Clagarnach also provides bespoke children’s entertainment for Parties and Weddings. Pirate Eacape Box games, Up and Atom Science parties along with wedding day carnival fun that will entertain the kids while dinner is being enjoyed by the adults, Clagarnach is a one stop shop for fun and play!

The #CeannaighDúnnanGallAbú / #BuyDonegal initiative has been instrumental in spotlighting these businesses, giving them a platform to share their sustainability stories with a wider audience. From sustainable fashion brands, innovative environmentally focused businesses to eco-conscious tourism providers, Donegal businesses are proving that success and sustainability can go hand in hand.

 

 

Through #CeannaighDúnnanGall / #BuyDonegal, businesses are being celebrated and supported globally, ensuring that their impact will be felt far beyond the county’s borders.

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