Eimear Cotter
Dr. Eimear Cotter is the director of the Environmental Protection Agency’s Office of Evidence and Assessment in Ireland. She plays a critical role in assessing environmental data and advocating for improved water quality, particularly regarding nitrogen levels in Irish rivers. Recently, she commented on the positive early signs of reduced nitrogen levels in 2024, emphasizing the need for sustained efforts from the agricultural sector to ensure lasting improvements in ecological health.
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Recent news mentions
Eimear Cotter, the EPA director general, stated that nearly all sectors remained off-track in terms of their emissions targets.
Ireland’s greenhouse gas emissions to fall by just half of the amount pledged – The Irish Times
Ireland· 2026-05-27
Dr Eimear Cotter, director of the EPA’s Office of Evidence and Assessment, said the findings were 'very disappointing'.
Half of Ireland’s rivers, lakes and estuaries in unhealthy state as standards slide again – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-10-14
Dr Eimear Cotter, director of the EPA Office of Evidence and Assessment, highlights the importance of integrated adaptation planning in Ireland.
Communications, transport and health of older people at increased risk from global warming, says EPA – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-06-04
Dr Eimear Cotter, director of the EPA’s Office of Evidence and Assessment, said the findings were 'a positive news story'.
Water quality at beaches improved in 2024, with only Sandymount and Lady’s Bay in Buncrana deemed ‘poor’ – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-05-08Dr Eimear Cotter, director of the EPA’s Office of Evidence and Assessment, emphasized the importance of continued actions to reduce nutrient losses.
EPA records ‘welcome’ cut in river nitrogen in boost to farmers seeking retention of EU nitrates derogation – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-03-19