Latest Publications
Research 492: Artificial Intelligence as an Enabler of the Circular Economy
Authors: Enya O’Connell-Hussey, Veena Grace Thomas, Valentina Rangel Leon, Carlos Garcia, David McCormack and Geraldine T. Brennan, September 2025
Year: 2025
The Artificial Intelligence for Circular Economy in Ireland (AI4CE) research project found that while Ireland’s AI adoption rate exceeds the EU average, its use in advancing the circular economy (CE) is still in its early stages and mainly concentrated in waste and recycling. The findings highlight key barriers including low awareness of AI-CE synergies, financial limitations (especially for SMEs), data governance challenges, skill shortages, and resistance to change. AI4CE recommends more investment in education about AI, increased stakeholder collaboration, improved infrastructure, and clear business cases to demonstrate cost savings and efficiency gains. To support adoption, AI4CE developed three resources: a Decision Support Tool with case studies, a Best Practice & Policy Guide explaining AI-CE integration and regulations, and a Status Report summarising current AI use in Ireland’s CE landscape.
Early insights indicator report: Nitrogen concentrations in selected major rivers, January-June 2025
Year: 2025
The purpose of this report is to provide an early insight into nitrogen concentrations in major rivers in Ireland, in advance of the more comprehensive annual water quality assessments.
Checklist for application for status of authorised CBAM declarant
Use this checklist to make sure you have provided all the necessary information in your application for the status of Authorised CBAM Declarant. , September 2025
Year: 2025
EPA submission: Public Consultation on the draft Climate Change Sectoral Adaptation Plan for the Communications Sector 2025 (EPA ref: EPAC-2425)
Year: 2025
EPA submission in response to the public consultation on the draft Climate Change Sectoral Adaptation Plan for the Communications Sector 2025.
Research 491: Human Biomonitoring for Ireland – The HBM4IRE Study
Authors: Alison Connolly, Richa Singh, Holger Koch, Marike Kolossa-Gehring and André Conrad, September 2025
Year: 2025
The Human Biomonitoring for Ireland (HBM4IRE) project assessed the feasibility of establishing a national Human Biomonitoring (HBM) programme in Ireland to better understand cumulative chemical exposure from various sources. Despite EU regulations, concerns remain about long-term health impacts, and HBM offers a more accurate method of measuring human exposure through biological samples. The study confirmed Ireland’s capacity to implement such a programme, aligning with EU initiatives like the Green Deal and Zero Pollution Action Plan. Key outcomes include Ireland’s first priority chemical list, a proposed governance framework involving agencies like the EPA and HSE, and recommendations for stakeholder engagement, data transparency, and sustained funding. The findings support evidence-based policymaking, improved public health protections, and international collaboration. HBM4IRE also provides a roadmap for future efforts, including addressing.
EoW Criteria when Recovered Solvents ceases to be Waste under Regulation 28 of the European Union (Waste Directive) Regulations 2011 – 2020
Recovered Solvents ceases to be Waste , September 2025
Year: 2025
Hydrology Summary Bulletin - August 2025
Hydrology bulletin on rainfall, river flows, lake levels, groundwater levels and spring outflows for August 2025, September 2025
Year: 2025
Hydrology Summary Bulletin outlining the flows in rivers, rainfall, lake and turlough levels, groundwater levels and spring outflows of over 300 stations across Ireland for the month
2026 EPA Internship Programme Projects
Year: 2025
Each internship placement offers: • A weekly salary of €475.00 (paid monthly) • Opportunities to engage in practical, hands-on tasks relevant to their field of study • A challenging project, supported by regular reviews with a dedicated supervisor and mentor • Full on-site attendance is required for the duration of the placement
EPA Drinking Water Remedial Action List Q2 of 2025
Year: 2025
An updated list of public drinking water supplies on the EPA's Remedial Action List
EPA submission: Public Consultation on the draft second Electricity and Gas Networks Climate Change Sectoral Adaptation Plan 2025 (EPA ref: EPAC-2225)
Year: 2025
EPA submission in response to the public consultation on the draft second Electricity and Gas Networks Climate Change Sectoral Adaption Plan 2025.
Solid fuel register
Year: 2025
EPA submission: Public Consultation on the draft Sectoral Adaptation Plan for Agriculture, Forestry, and Seafood 2025 (EPA ref: EPAC-2325)
Year: 2025
EPA submission in response to the public consultation on the draft Sectoral Adaption Plan for Agriculture, Forestry and Seafood 2025.
Priority areas list
Year: 2025
The list of priority areas where treatment must improve to resolve national environmental priorities (August 2025).
Commons Audit 11/06/2025
Year: 2025
Report of an audit carried out at Commons public drinking water supply Co. Tipperary on 11/06/2025.
Newport Audit 11/06/2025
Year: 2025
Report of an audit carried out at Newport public drinking water supply Co. Tipperary on 11/06/2025.
Mid-term Evaluation of the National Hazardous Waste Management Plan 2021-2027, Incorporating the 2024 Annual Report
Year: 2025
Under Key Action 19.3 of the National Hazardous Waste Management Plan 2021 – 2027, the EPA is required to conduct a mid-term review of the NHWMP and update actions for the second half of the plan. This report presents a mid-term evaluation of the Plan and incorporates the third annual report, relating to activities in 2024.