Cork Students Benefit From Expert Engineering Insight

A leading environmental engineer from Uisce Éireann has met with young students in Innishannon, Cork to share expertise.

Local expert Grace O'Shea visited Scoil Eoin as part of the school's Science, Technology, Engineering & Maths (STEM) fortnight. She met with students and talked about the vital works that Uisce Éireann is currently undertaking across the county as well as the importance of water conservation. 

Following the presentation, Grace explained: "As professionals working in the vibrant STEM sector, we are delighted to have the opportunity to share our stories and knowledge with young people in our local communities. Ireland's future will increasingly depend on scientists, engineers and innovators. It was wonderful to see their young minds in action and heartening that they already have a strong awareness of the physical environment around them. Having spent time with these children, I'm convinced the future is in good hands.


"To learn more about our water and wastewater networks, we carried out a few experiments. It was fantastic to see that many of the students were already aware of the 'Think Before You Flush' campaign and the three P's message; that only pee, poo and paper should be flushed down the toilet." 

Scoil Eoin National School teacher, Aoife Finn added: "As a Green School, having a experienced engineer deliver STEM activities really supports our science curriculum and brings it to life for our students. The pupils all found taking part in the experiments and sharing their knowledge on water very enjoyable and had lots of tips to go home and share with their families about to further spread the message."