Environmental Protection Agency (Ireland)
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The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is responsible for protecting and improving the environment as a valuable asset for the people of Ireland. It operates independently under the Department of Climate, Energy and the Environment.[2]
Formed1993
JurisdictionIreland
HeadquartersJohnstown Castle, Wexford, Y35 W821, Ireland
52.295915°N 6.501418°W
52.295915°N 6.501418°W
Employees350+[1]
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| Formed | 1993 |
| Jurisdiction | Ireland |
| Headquarters | Johnstown Castle, Wexford, Y35 W821, Ireland 52.295915°N 6.501418°W |
| Employees | 350+[1] |
| Annual budget | €72.85 million (2018) |
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| Website | www |
History
Organisation
The EPA operates independently under the Department of Climate, Energy and the Environment.[2] It is led by an advisory committee headed by a director general. The current director general, Laura Burke, was appointed in 2011.[8]
Offices
There are five offices which answer to the advisory committee.[9]
- The Office of Environmental Enforcement is responsible for implementing and enforcing environmental legislation.[10]
- The Office of Environmental Sustainability is responsible for advocating for environmental protection and sustainability, with a goal in particular to meet Ireland's multiple environmental commitments.[11]
- The Office of Evidence and Assessment is responsible for providing environmental data, information and assessment.[12]
- The Office of Radiation Protection and Environmental Monitoring - responsible for ensuring that the public is protected from the effects of harmful ionizing radiation.[13]
- The Office of Communications and Corporate Services - responsible for providing support for all staff across the EPA.[1]
Sites
The EPA operates from a number of sites across Ireland. The Headquarters are located in Johnstown Castle Estate, County Wexford.
Additional offices are located in:[14]
