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NI Science Festival – Uncovering Mobuoy

Organisation NI Science Festival
Date 20th February 2025 07:30 PM (GMT)
Link https://www.nienvironmentlink.org/events/ni-science-festival-uncovering-mobuoy/
Email info@nisciencefestival.com

Date: 20th February 2025

Time: 7:30pm – 9:00pm

Location: The Playhouse, 5-7 Artillery St, Derry~Londonderry BT48 6RG

Uncover the shocking story of the Mobuoy waste crisis, one of Northern Ireland’s largest environmental scandals.

Join a panel of experts, including the creators of the BBC’s Buried podcast, scientists, and local activists, as they discuss the lasting impact of this devastating environmental disaster.

Stretching over a decade, the Mobuoy site near the River Faughan became an illegal dumping ground for an estimated one million tonnes of waste. What started as a local concern soon spiraled into a massive environmental catastrophe, raising vital questions about oversight, accountability, and the protection of Northern Ireland’s future.

In this essential discussion, you’ll hear from the people who helped expose the crisis to the wider public, as well as from those fighting for justice and environmental recovery.

Key topics include:

The environmental impact of the Mobuoy waste dump
The ongoing efforts to clean up and restore the affected area
How such a huge illegal operation went undetected for so long
The future of environmental oversight in Northern Ireland
This is a must-attend event for anyone concerned about the environment, public accountability, and the future of Northern Ireland’s landscapes.

With support from The Playhouse’s Artitude: Climate, Culture & Circularity.

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