Water would be pumped from Belfast Lough at times when there is plentiful renewable energy and then released to power a turbine when renewable generation is low. The feasibility study, first reported by the Irish News, is into a Pumped Hydro Energy Storage (PHES) scheme.
The capital of Northern Ireland is undergoing a citywide transformation to embrace sustainability as a core value across its tourism industry. Here's how.
The UK’s fastest-growing accountancy firm Sumer, which employs around 120 staff in its Belfast operation, is to join the GGI Global Alliance in a move it says will unlock new global growth opportunities for the firm and the SMEs it serves.
The World Monuments Fund (WMF) has announced the 25 cultural heritage sites on its 2025 World Monuments Watch, which spotlights locations "of extraordinary significance facing urgent challenges, among which conflict,
Seven people – including two teens – have been arrested after overnight trouble in Belfast. Anti-social behaviour broke out in the Broadway area early this morning. A senior PSNI officer said the disorder was “completely unacceptable”.
Belfast 2024 was meant to be a year-long "creative celebration" for the city, linking a number of shows and events.
A coastal city, Belfast is ideal for seafood lovers. Stop at local-favorite Mourne Seafood Bar – this Belfast city-center restaurant serves oysters, mussels and perfectly grilled fish paired with wine. The casual-yet-inviting ambiance makes it a favorite for all, so it’s the perfect place to meet and chat some Belfast lifers.
The announcement comes just weeks after the statue of another iconic guitarist, Rory Gallagher, was unveiled in the city
Ulster get back to URC action this evening as they welcome Zebre to Kingspan Stadium. After a tough couple of weeks in the Champions Cup Richie Murphy's men got back to winning ways again last week with an excellent victory over Exeter to seal their progression in the knockout stages of the tournament.
Patricia Burns, will replace Laura Jackson, partner at BDO, and oversee the audit, risk and compliance sub-committee of ICC Belfast, Waterfront Hall, and Ulster Hall
Zebre pulled off a huge shock as they defeated Ulster 15-14 to win for the very first time in Belfast and stun the hosts.
Belfast International Airport has announced the closure of its airside smoking gallery due to "persistent vandalism". The external area, located in the airport's departure lounge after security, was accessible at a charge of £1. However on Wednesday, the airport said it has been left with "no option" but to close the area due to attacks.