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Ireland’s water quality is worsening, with half its water bodies in poor condition due to pollution and habitat damage.
Ireland’s surface water quality is declining, with 52% of water bodies in satisfactory ecological condition—down from 54% in 2021—according to the EPA’s 2024 assessment.
Nearly half of rivers, lakes, estuaries, and coastal waters are in poor condition, with estuaries and lagoons worst affected.
While phosphorus and nitrogen levels have improved in some areas, excess nutrients, habitat damage from agriculture and development, and pollution from wastewater remain key threats.
Despite reduced raw sewage discharges, environmental groups warn that current efforts are too slow to meet EU targets by 2027, urging stronger policies and enforcement to protect ecosystems and public health.
La calidad de las aguas de Irlanda está empeorando, con la mitad de sus cuerpos de agua en malas condiciones debido a la contaminación y los daños en los hábitats.