Much of the debate around data centres has focused on electricity, but the gap in figures for their water use has started to draw more attention – and breed mistrust.
“Welcoming as many as 200,000 Ukrainian refugees is to be applauded. But, it is right too, to question the government’s treatment of the thousands of non-European asylum-seekers living for years within direct provision, in state-sponsored poverty with their lives on hold.”
“My image captures the harshness of nature as it has reclaimed this space during 15 years of being uncared for while big developers argue over their future plans.”
“I created this cover piece in celebration of Irish biodiversity and invite you to finish colouring it in. Find out what species are included in it and where they flourish at mild.ie.”
“This image is about the lightbulb moments that have come to me while commuting to work on the Dart: ideas from photographs I took, to the inspiration I get from the sky, the sea and, as a gardener, from flowers and their symbolism (the language of flowers).”
“For this illustration, I wanted to show the different things happening in the house around Christmas time and the little elements that only turn up at Christmas, like the Toy Show and tins of sweets.”
“We already know that global climate change is having an effect on the country’s environment, which includes land, waters and atmosphere. My drawing represents a vision of our future, where part of our land will go under the water.”
“Yes, the drink and the food are certainly important factors, but most of all they are the excuse (the pretext) to go out, to try to meet someone, and create & enjoy the perfect atmosphere of our town.”
“This drawing is a short and sweet version of the book I’ve written (all in rhyme) and illustrated about the strife of having to pee all the time with nowhere to go. It’s titled The Magical Willy.”
“It finally feels as though we are at the end of lockdown. People are venturing outdoors again, meeting friends for coffee, and hugging cherished family members.”
“A fter the longest time confined at home, one of the joys of spring is seeing the sun and optimism return. This illustration was inspired by meeting up with girlfriends in the park.”
