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Green Public Procurement: Adoption, Monitoring and Reporting by Government Departments Report
2024 Reference Year, June 2026
Year: 2026
This is the fifth report on GPP activity by Government Departments, collating and analysing data for the year 2024. The report presents an overview of the process, adoption, monitoring and reporting requirements, data collected and a summary of the findings.
GPP Adoption and Reporting by Government Departments Returns 2024
Year: 2026
GPP Government Department Returns 2024
National Agricultural Inspection Programme (NAIP) Summary Report 2025
Year: 2026
This report outlines the farm inspection activity under the Good Agricultural Practice (GAP) Regulations and associated enforcement actions undertaken by local authorities in 2025. The NAIP is part of the EPA's oversight role under the Sixth Nitrates Action Programme and the Water Action Plan 2024.
EPA GPP Guidance for the Public Sector 2025
Year: 2026
This document is designed to provide general guidance and information. It provides step-by-step instructions and criteria for implementing green public procurement (GPP), in line with Irish and EU policy and legislation.
Green Public Procurement - Guidance Quick Guide 2025
Year: 2026
The document provides a summary of the general Green Public Procurement guidance. For more detailed information on how to implement Green Public Procurement in procurement processes, please consult the full Green Public Procurement Guidance for the Public Sector which is linked below.
Investigation into odour complaints received from Kill Co Kildare, Interim Report
Year: 2026
Investigation into odour complaints received from Kill Co Kildare, Interim Report
Scientific Officer III (Level 5) Hydrometrics and Groundwater
Post Number: 000607, June 2026
Year: 2026
The successful candidate will fulfil the role of Scientific Officer III (Level 5) Hydrometrics & Groundwater. The successful candidate will be based in the Athlone office but may be required to carry out hydrometric monitoring anywhere in the country. The role is predominately an outdoor role, and the successful candidate will be part of the hydrometric field monitoring team, measuring river flows, lake and groundwater levels. They will work with colleagues within their wider Hydrometric & Groundwater team to ensure delivery of the hydrometric field work programme. The successful candidate will be required to assess, interpret and validate the hydrometric data gathered in their region and provide technical advice to their line manager and the regional team lead on the hydrometric stations in their area.
Oifigeach Eolaíochta III (Leibhéal 5) Hidriméadracht agus Screamhuisce
Post Number: 000607, June 2026
Year: 2026
Comhlíonfaidh an t-iarrthóir rathúil ról Oifigeach Eolaíochta III (Leibhéal 5) Hidriméadracht & Screamhuisce. Beidh an t-iarrthóir rathúil lonnaithe in oifig Bhaile Átha Luain ach d'fhéadfadh sé go mbeadh air monatóireacht hidriméadrach a dhéanamh in aon áit sa tír. Is ról lasmuigh den chuid is mó é an ról, agus beidh an t-iarrthóir rathúil mar chuid den fhoireann monatóireachta allamuigh hidriméadrach, ag tomhas sreabhadh abhann, leibhéil locha agus screamhuisce. Oibreoidh siad le comhghleacaithe laistigh dá bhfoireann Hidriméadracht & Screamhuisce níos leithne chun a chinntiú go seachadfar an clár oibre allamuigh hidriméadrach.
Scientific Officer III (Level 5) Freshwater Ecologist
Post Number: 000608, June 2026
Year: 2026
The successful candidate will fulfil the role of Scientific Officer III (Level 5) Freshwater Ecologist. The successful candidate will work in the EPA’s Ecological Monitoring and Assessment Unit which undertakes monitoring and assessment of the ecological health of Ireland’s surface water resource. The role will involve extensive fieldwork, and travel away from the designated office location, monitoring surface waters within Ireland, as well as laboratory work, sample and data analysis and reporting.
Oifigeach Eolaíochta III (Leibhéal 5) Éiceolaí Uisce Úr
Post Number: 000608, June 2026
Year: 2026
Comhlíonfaidh an t-iarrthóir rathúil ról Oifigeach Eolaíochta III (Leibhéal 5) Éiceolaí Uisce Úr. Oibreoidh an t-iarrthóir rathúil in Aonad Monatóireachta agus Measúnaithe Éiceolaíochta an EPA a dhéanann monatóireacht agus measúnú ar shláinte éiceolaíoch acmhainn uisce dromchla na hÉireann. Beidh obair allamuigh fhairsing i gceist leis an ról, agus taisteal ar shiúl ón suíomh oifige ainmnithe, monatóireacht a dhéanamh ar uiscí dromchla laistigh d'Éirinn, chomh maith le hobair saotharlainne, anailís agus tuairisciú samplaí agus sonraí.
Private Water Supplies Guidance
On the implementation of the European Union (Drinking Water) Regulations for private supplies, May 2026
Year: 2026
Guidance mainly aimed at local authorities and private water suppliers on implementing the European Union (Drinking Water) Regulations of 2023, in private water supplies in Ireland.
EPA Radiation Monitoring in Food Data 2016-2025
Year: 2026
EPA Radiation Monitoring in Food Data 2016-2025
Ireland's Greenhouse Gas Emissions Projections 2025-2030
Year: 2026
This report provides an assessment of Ireland’s total projected greenhouse gas emissions which includes an assessment of progress towards achieving its National targets under the Climate Action and Low Carbon Development (Amendment) Act 2021 and EU emission reduction targets for 2030 as set under the EU Effort Sharing Regulation (Regulation (EU) 2018/842).
Research 515: Climate Resilient Places
Authors: Core research team - Thomas K.J. McDermott, Tom Gillespie, Indiana Olbert, Sogol Moradian and Emma J. Moran. Contributing researchers - Michael Puchley, Edel Doherty, Denis O’Hora, Ronan Lyons, Daniel Norton and Patrick McHale, May 2026
Year: 2026
This research led by University of Galway addressed a critical knowledge gap in how increasing flood risk due to climate change, will affect Irish communities at a local level. It examined future flood hazards and costs, how people understand these risks, and how planning, housing and adaptation policies influence community vulnerability. Using high‑resolution flood modelling, economic damage estimates, housing market analysis, planning data and stakeholder engagement, the project provides new local‑level evidence. The findings show that climate change will expand floodplains, increase uneven economic losses, and that housing markets only partly reflect risk. Perceptions of flood risk vary widely, highlighting the need for clearer communication. The results provide practical evidence to inform planning, infrastructure investment and adaptation, support better risk‑aware policies, and foster community engagement in building climate‑resilient places in Ireland.
Research 514: F-gas Use, Scale and Environment (FUSE4i): An Improved Indicative Inventory for Ireland
Authors: Peter Wise, Reena Cole, Narjes Fallah, Mariagrazia Proto and Yvonne Ryan-Fogarty, May 2026
Year: 2026
Sulfur hexafluoride (SF6), F-gas, is a human made synthetic, colourless and odourless, non-flammable (GHG). It has the highest 100-year global warming potential (GWP) of all GHGs. This research led by a team in UL analysed SF6 use, conducted stakeholder engagement and used modelling to assess SF6 use, emissions data and Environmental Impact Assessment requirements in the power and semiconductor sectors. The findings highlighted weaknesses in data collection, reporting, and end‑of‑life management of SF6‑containing equipment. The research recommends ‘Best Practice’ emissions reducing alternatives and increased training for safe handling to support policymakers, regulators, and industry in meeting regulatory obligations. The findings also support improved regulation, emission reduction strategies, and circular economy objectives, while noting limitations related to reliance on industry to self‑report and challenges due to incomplete private‑sector data availability.
Domestic Waste Water Treatment System Inspections 2025
Year: 2026
This report provides information regarding the implementation of the National Inspection Plan for domestic waste water treatment systems in 2025
EPA submission: Ireland's Clean Air Strategy 2026 (EPA ref: EPAC-0126)
Year: 2026
EPA's response to the Department of Climate, Energy and the Environment's public consultation on Updating Ireland's Clean Air Strategy 2026 (EPA ref: EPAC-0126).
FOI Disclosure Log January to March 2026
Details of non-personal requests received under the Freedom of Information Act 2014, May 2026
Year: 2026
Details of non-personal requests received under the Freedom of Information Act 2014, published on a quarterly basis.