This section contains a brief summary of current environmental quality in Ireland and suggests ways that you can help maintain a clean environment.
The quality of Ireland’s environment is generally good but is under increasing pressures from economic prosperity and modern lifestyles.
You, as a citizen, can make better choices for a better environment by living your life, using your car and enjoying nature in ways that do the least possible environmental harm.
In the Environment & You section, you can find out about the state of our environment under the themes:
Under each theme, you can find out more information on key environmental indicators. Each indicator includes trends over time, progress in meeting legal obligations and actions required, where relevant.
By making small changes to your habits you can make a massive difference to the environment. Find out what you can do to protect our environment.
