19th September 2025

Fermanagh and Omagh District Council is proud to announce that Dr. Emma McComb has been named Community Climate Champion for August, in recognition of her outstanding commitment to sustainability and her tireless efforts to support her local community.

Emma, who holds a PhD in Sustainability with a research focus on Urban Sustainable Tourism, has dedicated her career to advancing environmental awareness and practical action. For the past four years, she has served as a trustee and grant officer for the Fintona Community Forum, helping to deliver vital local projects and safeguarding the town from proposals that could have negatively impacted residents.

Equally committed to inspiring the next generation, Emma leads by example as a mother of four. From organising community litter picks to promoting sustainable habits at home, she encourages her children and others to play an active role in protecting the natural world. Her now well-known reusable rice coffee cup has become a small but powerful symbol of her dedication to reducing waste and championing sustainable living.

Emma believes that lasting change comes through education, engagement, and community spirit. Her work continues to inspire others to care for the planet and all who share it — building momentum towards a brighter, greener future for everyone across the District.