Environmental guidance for your business in Northern Ireland & Scotland
Air pollution
Your business can harm the environment by contributing to climate change and damaging land, water and wildlife
Carbon reduction and efficiency
See what your business can save on bills by putting in place some straightforward efficiency measures
Case Studies and Videos
Case studies and videos demonstrating environmental compliance and good practice
Checklists
Checklists offer businesses a quick way of identifying areas where they might need to take action
Emergency response
All businesses can benefit from having a plan in place to deal with any spills, leaks or other incidents
Environmental management
Includes Environmental Management Systems, climate adaptation and downloadable toolkits for SMEs in Northern Ireland and Scotland.
Materials, fuels and equipment
The equipment, materials and fuels used by businesses can pose a threat to the environment and human health if not managed properly
Nuisances
If you cause a nuisance to neighbours, your local council can require you to take action to prevent the nuisance. Good planning can help prevent problems.
Permits, licences and exemptions
Your business may require a permit, licence, exemmption or other authorisation before you carry out certain activities
Guidance for Pollution Prevention (GPP) documents
PPGs and GPPs provide guidance on how to minimise the environmental impact that businesses can have
Trade associations & BSOs
Provide valuable information and help to on a range of issues, including environmental performance
Transport
Vehicle use can have a significant impact on the local environment as well as contributing to global climate change
Waste
Regulations require from businesses to manage their waste with as little impact on the environment as possible
Water
If you have a permit, licence or authorisation you will have strict limits on what you can discharge from your site
Environmental News Blog
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EU review of fluorinated greenhouse gas (“F-gas”) policy and legislation, The EU is carrying out a review of its laws on F-gases, which may have an effect on NI stakeholders.
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Guidance on Carrier Bags Charging Legislation in Northern Ireland (from 1 April 2022), DAERA has published guidance on the new Carrier Bags Charging Legislation
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