The East Border Region Committee is one of three local authority led cross border networks on the Republic of Ireland/Northern Ireland border.

The East Border Region Committee includes ten local authorities, Newry and Mourne; Down; Banbridge; Armagh; North Down; Craigavon and Ards Councils in Northern Ireland, as well as Louth, Meath and Monaghan County Councils in the Republic Of Ireland.

It is reponsible for promoting innovative, cross border economic development in the areas of agriculture, industry, commerce and tourism and to improve the living conditions and employment prospects of people living in the region.

The Community Eco-Challenge is a pilot project for NI to help 100 households make simple lifestyle changes that will reduce their impact on the natural world.  The project works specifically with community groups – one of which is located in the Armagh City and District Council area. To measure your own ecological footprint and find out simple steps to help you reduce it log onto www.communityecochallenge.comhttp://www.communityecochallenge.com/|