A South East Clare climate activist is the only Irish recipient included in a global talent programme to support talented young people.
The Rise programme is a 1 billion dollar pledge from Google billionaires Eric and Wendy Schmidt to provide assistance to young minds as they work to serve others.
O Briens Bridge teenager Saoirse Exton will become part of the international network following her award.
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Saoirse says she’s frustrated that despite ongoing climate challenges, environmental issues aren’t featured prominently in the school curriculum.
