Actions to Protect our Environment
What we can do together to protect our environment including the Environmental Improvement Plan
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Climate Change and Green Growth
Climate Change and Green Growth are top priorities for the Minister.
Air and environmental issues
Chemicals and industrial pollution policy issues
Local environmental issues
Effects of air pollution on natural ecosystems
As well as having effects on human health, air pollution can also be harmful to our natural environment.
COMAH Public Information Northern Ireland
Information about COMAH sites in Northern Ireland
Reducing Unnecessary Single Use Plastics in NICS Government Estate
DAERA announce plan to reduce unnecessary plastic within the NICS government estate.
Information Events on the Proposed Nutrients Action Programme for 2026-2029
The Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs (DAERA) has launched a Public Consultation following the fourth review of the Nutrients Action Programme. The consultation is seeking views on proposals for the Nutrients Action Programme for 2026-2029.