SETU and GreenTech HQ sign MoU promoting regional sustainable development
Connecting for Impact
South East Technological University (SETU) has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with GreenTech HQ, Ireland’s first Sustainability Innovation Hub, supporting both organisations’ commitment to sustainability, innovation, business, and community engagement.
The MoU was signed by SETU President, Professor Veronica Campbell and Ed Murphy, GreenTech HQ CEO and Founder, at SETU’s Cork Road Campus on Tuesday, 24 September. The MoU will focus on advancing joint sustainability objectives through shared expertise, networks, and resources, with a commitment to addressing the challenges and opportunities of sustainable regional development and supporting the Green Transition.
The partnership is centred on the vision of ‘Connecting for Impact’, with a focus on areas including research and innovation in sustainable technologies, skills development and supporting enterprise with the challenges of sustainability transformation.
Both organisations will work together to promote education for sustainable development, engage with business and communities, and develop solutions aligned with SETU’s and GreenTechHQ sustainability goals.
Speaking at the signing, SETU President, Professor Veronica Campbell said: “Sustainability is at the heart of SETU’s mission, and this partnership with GreenTech HQ allows us to further embed sustainability into our teaching, innovation, industry engagement and community activities. Together, we can make a tangible impact on the future of our region, enhancing talent, know-how and capabilities in key sustainability areas.”
Ed Murphy, CEO of GreenTech HQ, added: “This partnership with SETU represents a significant step forward in our shared vision for a more sustainable and resilient south east region. By combining our expertise, resources, and networks, we can develop innovative solutions that not only benefit the southeast region’s businesses and communities but also sets a standard for sustainable development and business across Ireland.”
This collaboration is set to bring tangible benefits to the region, including enhanced research opportunities, SME collaborations, education and training initiatives, and the development of sustainable technologies that will have a lasting impact on both regional and national levels.
About SETU:
SETU is a multi-campus university in the southeast of Ireland. With a vision to transform the south east into a thriving region, SETU provides a diverse range of third-level courses to students globally, fostering skills, and knowledge for exciting careers. The university’s five-year strategic plan: Connecting for Impact seeks to put SETU on the road to becoming a leading global technological university with a transformative impact on our community, the south east of Ireland and beyond. The value of research in building social capital, creating more supportive communities, informing government strategies and policies is fully recognised by SETU with research and innovation forming one of SETU’s priority objectives within its strategic plan.
About GreenTech HQ:
GreenTech HQ is Ireland’s premier Sustainability Innovation Hub, dedicated to fostering sustainable business growth and innovation. Established in February 2023 and based in Enniscorthy’s Passivhaus Senan House, GreenTech HQ supports scaling SMEs and innovative start-ups by embedding resilience, productivity, and sustainability into their operations.
The hub offers two flagship programmes:
- GT Advantage: Focuses on SME scalability, providing intensive, structured guidance to help businesses grow sustainably, increase exports, and build a robust foundation for future success.
- GT Impact: Concentrates on guiding SMEs through their sustainability journey, offering bespoke support to implement sustainability practices that enhance both profitability and environmental responsibility.
GreenTechHQ are committed to fostering collaboration and knowledge-sharing through a diverse range of events and clusters aimed at supporting the growth of sustainable businesses and innovative start-ups. These events provide vital networking opportunities and promote a culture of sustainability across the Southeast region.
GreenTech HQ’s mission is to build a collaborative ecosystem that strengthens regional economic resilience while championing environmental stewardship, making Ireland a leader in sustainability innovation.
