ENVIRONMENTAL
PROTECTION AGENCY
- Government
Agency -
The EPA is an independent body set up under the EPA Act, 1992. It was formally established on 26th July 1993 with the purpose of protecting Ireland's natural environment and to inform the general public about the role and functions of the EPA and to ensure the wide dissemination of environmental data and information.
The EPA has established an Exhibition Centre at its headquarters in Johnstown Castle Estate, Co. Wexford. The purpose of the exhibition is to provide information about the environment for the public in an interesting and lively way. It will include a wide range of exhibits using different media and will be changing on a regular basis, as parts are sent for exhibition to the different regions. There will be models and information on computers that can be easily accessed by the visitor. Also included will be photographs, audio and video material.
The
initial display will portray issues of current interest to the public
including clean water, air, the hole in the ozone, climate change, waste
and recycling. There will be practical suggestions and examples of what
can be done such as turning waste into art, or into useful objects.
Opening Hours:
Monday to Friday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. all year round
From June to
September the exhibition centre will also be open on Saturdays and Sundays
from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Admission:
Free
Contact Information:
John Feehan
Tel: + 353 53 60600
Fax: + 353 53 60699
E-Mail: j.feehan@epa.ie
Website: http://www.epa.ie
Address:
ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY
P.O. Box 3000
Johnstown Castle Estate
Co. Wexford