Irish Water is investing €16 million upgrading the wastewater treatment plants in towns and villages around Ireland as part of a large scale nationwide scheme. to benefit communities and safeguard the environment.
The works are being carried out in partnership with the local authorities.
Claire Lyons, Capital Programme Manager commented:
"Ensuring that the wastewater generated every day in our homes, schools and workplaces is treated in compliance with the EU and national wastewater treatment regulations and can be safely returned to the environment is a key priority for Irish Water."
Works expected to be completed by 2021
The water company is investing over €16 million in the works, which include upgrades to the inlet works, storm water management and sludge treatment and storage.
The works will begin in the coming months, once the final statutory approvals are in place, and are expected to be completed by 2021. As the majority of the works will be carried out within the plants, Irish Water will be able to minimise disruption to residents and businesses in the surrounding area.
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