Environment Minister John Gormley approved grants totalling €636,111 to be paid under the 2009 Local Agenda 21 Environmental Partnership Fund.
The fund promotes sustainable development by assisting small scale, non-profit environmental projects at local level.
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This year, a record 408 projects will receive cash.
Minister Gormley said he hoped to raise awareness of sustainable living, with 84 projects gaining approval for over €125,000 in funding.
"I commend the great work being done throughout the country and am delighted to see an ongoing and broadening spirit of partnership and cooperation," he said.
"How enlightening it is to know that in times of extraordinary pressure and struggle that so many people are selfless enough to embrace a desire to improve the quality of community life, protect the environment and participate in a process of creating sustainable communities."
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