The representative organisation for the community-owned group water scheme sector in Ireland.

Joined September 2020
🌍💧 Climate Action starts locally. Group Water Schemes are already making a difference through water conservation, biodiversity projects, and protecting local water sources. This #ClimateActionWeek, let's continue working together for a more sustainable future. #GWS #NFGWS
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💧 Applying for the Capital Funding Programme 2027-2029? Our quick guide outlines the key steps in the application process. NFGWS development officers are also available to support your scheme every step of the way. 📖 nfgws.ie/quick-guide-to-the-… #YourWaterYourGWS #NFGWS
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💧 Climate Action Week starts next week! 🌱 Group Water Schemes are helping to protect water sources, enhance biodiversity & strengthen climate resilience in rural communities across Ireland. See how in the NFGWS BECA Report: 🔗 nfgws.ie/beca-report/ #ClimateActionWeek #NFGWS
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💧Looking to improve water efficiency & reduce losses on your distribution network? Download the NFGWS Reducing Water Demand on Distribution Systems Guidebook for practical advice & best practice guidance. 📖 nfgws.ie/reducing-water-dema… #GWS #WaterEd #NFGWS #WaterConservation 💦
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💧Want to learn more about Group Water Schemes? Find information on training, funding, careers, quality assurance, source protection & the latest water news on the NFGWS website. 👉nfgws.ie/ GWS support communities & protecting rural water supplies across Ireland🌿
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💧 #RuralWaterWeek may have come to a close, but you haven't missed out! We have more photos, community highlights & conference moments on our Facebook-Instagram & LinkedIn channels. 👉So make sure you check all our social media channels. Just search NFGWS and follow if you like!
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💧Thank you to everyone who attended the #RuralWaterServicesConference2026 Our biggest attendance in years, excellent presentations, great discussions, new ideas & plenty of craic throughout. A fantastic showcase of community solutions for rural water challenges. #RuralWaterWeek
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👏 Congratulations to all our GWS Excellence Award and Flag recipients. Thank you to our speakers, exhibitors, funders & delegates for making the event such a success. 📸 We'll be sharing more photos on FB and LinkedIn #RuralWaterWeek. #CommunityWater #RuralIreland 💧
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💧 Rural Water Week starts today! Celebrate the achievements of rural water communities across Ireland. Join us this Thursday at the #RWSConference. 🏆Winners of the Group Water Scheme Excellence Awards 2026...incoming! 🎟️Limited Places: nfgws.ie #RuralWaterWeek
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💧Great turnout at #WaterHeritageDay in Killanny, Co. Monaghan! Rachel Hannon #NFGWS presented on protecting water sources, while attendees learned about Killanny & Reaghstown GWS and the #CALM project. 👏 Thanks to Meghan for the fantastic video! #NationalHeritageWeek #Monaghan
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📍Great to visit The Heath GWS as part of the Integrated Source Protection Plan (ISPP) programme! 💧Thanks to Noel Boyle, Ann Keyes & the team for the warm welcome. Working together to protect drinking water sources & safeguard water quality for future generations. #NFGWS #ISPP
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📢 Capital Funding Programme 2027-2029 applications are underway. 🚰 Group Water Schemes planning capital projects should review the NFGWS Quick Guide and start preparations now. 🔗 nfgws.ie/quick-guide-to-the-… #GroupWaterSchemes #NFGWS #RuralWater #Funding
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💧 Join us at the Rural Water Services Conference 2026! Connect with industry experts, hear the latest updates, and gain practical insights for your GWS. 🎟️ Book your ticket today: nfgws.ie/rural-water-service… #NFGWS #RuralWaterServices #GroupWaterSchemes
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📢 What's new in the rural water sector? Catch up on the latest updates from NFGWS, including: 💧 Capital Funding Programme 🤝 Rural Water Services Conference 2026 🛡️ Source Protection Initiatives 🔗 nfgws.ie/category/news-publi… #NFGWS #RuralWater #GWS
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💧 Stranooden GWS is leading the way in protecting drinking water by investing upstream and working with the local community to safeguard water quality for the future. Read more: nfgws.ie/stranooden-gws-is-i… #GWS #SourceProtection #StranoodenGWS #NFGWS #DrinkingWater 🌿
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Congratulations to Mayo, 2026 All-Ireland Champions! 🎉 As Mayo celebrates, we salute the 39 Group Water Schemes that keep rural communities supplied with safe, reliable drinking water year-round. 39 Group Water Schemes. One proud county. One All-Ireland Champion 💧🏆
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💧 Happy Friday! Did you know Group Water Schemes are one of Ireland's greatest examples of community self-help, providing safe drinking water where no public supply existed? A huge thank you to the committees and communities who keep them thriving today.👏 #FridayFact #NFGWS💙
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💧 Did You Know? Group water schemes are managed by local volunteers who help deliver safe, reliable drinking water to their communities every day. Their dedication helps protect water sources and support rural Ireland. #DidYouKnow #GWS #DrinkingWater #RuralIreland #NFGWS 💧
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💧 Rural Water Services Conference 2026 – Book Now! Join water sector experts, community leaders, and stakeholders to explore Community Solutions for Rural Water Challenges. 👉 nfgws.ie/rural-water-service… #RuralWaterServices #NFGWS #GWS #Ireland2026
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💧Did You Know? GWSs regularly test and monitor water quality to help ensure the water supplied to members is safe and compliant with national standards. Protecting public health and maintaining confidence in local water supplies starts with continuous monitoring. 🚰💙 #DYK #GWS
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