We Educate

Our Environmental Education Unit is responsible for developing and operating some of Ireland's most popular and successful environmental and sustainability programmes.

An Taisce is the National Operator for all international environmental education programmes of FEE (Foundation for Environmental Education), including the Blue Flag Award for Beaches and Marinas and Green-Schools, the international environmental education programme in operation across 93% of Irish schools. An Taisce also operates the national programmes shown below.

Read more about the history of the Environmental Education Unit.

Latest

Submission on National Air Pollution Control Programme

In a submission on the National Air Pollution Control Programme (NAPCP), An Taisce has called for actions on smoky peat, coal and wood burning, vehicles and animal agriculture ammonia to be advanced as public health and legal imperatives.
Initial Submission on the Fourth Review of the Nitrates Action Programme

An Taisce have raised a number of issues to be considered in the forthcoming review of the NItrates Action Programme, calling on the Department to provide a strengthened evidence base for the purposes of the review.
A Significant Step Towards Stronger Climate Action

Today’s Pre-Legislative Scrutiny on the draft of the Climate Bill 2020 by the Oireachtas Joint Committee on Climate Action makes important recommendations to help shore up what has been widely criticised as a flawed and problematic Climate Bill.
Report on Wastewater Treatment in Galway City

Thanks to extensive research by our Galway City Association, An Taisce has submitted a detailed report to the EPA on the ongoing wastewater treatment issues in Galway City. The report is based on analysis of multiple incidences of untreated wastewater being discharged into the River Corrib and the Galway Bay SAC in recent years.

We Advocate

We are a leading voice for all aspects of environmental conservation and sustainable development in Ireland as essential to the wellbeing and resilience of both people and planet
We Protect

We hold and preserve a range of heritage properties in trust, including historic buildings and nature reserves.
Join Us

Together we can stand up for a sustainable future for ourselves, our communities and our environment. Become a member today.

Irish water quality trends in the wrong direction

The EPA released the Water Quality in 2019 report today, indicating that over one third of rivers and a quarter of lakes are failing to meet their environmental quality standards for nutrients, with serious consequences for the health of Irish waters.
Ireland still among Europe’s climate laggards – new study

Despite improvements in our use of renewable energy, Ireland remains among the worst in Europe on overall climate action, according to the newly released 2021 Climate Change Performance Index (CCPI) Index of almost 60 states.
A Significant Step Towards Stronger Climate Action

Today’s Pre-Legislative Scrutiny on the draft of the Climate Bill 2020 by the Oireachtas Joint Committee on Climate Action makes important recommendations to help shore up what has been widely criticised as a flawed and problematic Climate Bill.
CETA Vote Imperils Irish Climate and Nature Action

At Saturday’s extraordinary general meeting of An Taisce, members across the country expressed outrage that such an important matter would be rushed through the Dail. They called for TDs to postpone the vote to ratify the agreement which would mean Ireland would be saying yes to the investment protection mechanism and called for the Government to allow proper time for public debate and scrutiny.
Climate Bill 2020 currently not fit for purpose

The Climate Action and Low Carbon Development (Amendment) Bill 2020 as it is currently constituted, is not fit for purpose and requires radical and extensive amendments, according to An Taisce’s formal submission to the Oireachtas Joint Committee on Climate Action
An Taisce's Response to the Climate Bill 2020

An Taisce considers that the Climate Bill 2020 in its current form is not fit for purpose and is need of radical amendments to make it effective in addressing the climate emergency
We Protect

We hold and preserve a range of heritage properties in trust, including historic buildings and nature reserves.
Accessibility
Be the reason Ireland's natural and historical beauty is enjoyed for generations to come!

We are lucky in Ireland to be surrounded by areas of natural and historical beauty. An Taisce has been gifted some of these areas over the past 70 years to maintain for the public. We also protect the environment through our role in the planning process and by drawing attention to immediate global threats like climate change. Our goal is 250 monthly giving supporters like you who care about protecting our environment and heritage for our children, grandchildren and future generations. Thank you!
Report on Wastewater Treatment in Galway City

Thanks to extensive research by our Galway City Association, An Taisce has submitted a detailed report to the EPA on the ongoing wastewater treatment issues in Galway City. The report is based on analysis of multiple incidences of untreated wastewater being discharged into the River Corrib and the Galway Bay SAC in recent years.