Project Benefits

• The new wastewater treatment plant (WwTP) will end the practice of discharging untreated wastewater into the Avoca River.
• Cleaner water will enhance Arklow’s amenity value and act as a platform for social and economic development.
• The project includes the capacity for future growth in the area, new connections for housing and development can now be accepted
• The wastewater treatment plant will bring benefits in terms of health and integrity of the environment.
• Improve the water quality for recreational swimming, surfers, fishing, boating and sightseeing. 
   

Economic Benefits

As a result of this project, water quality in the Avoca River in Arklow will improve significantly. Cleaner water will enhance Arklow's amenity value and act as a platform for social and economic development. The project includes the capacity for future growth in the area.

Protecting the Environment and Public Health

The provision of a wastewater treatment plant for Arklow is a requirement under both European and national legislation. A sustainable wastewater treatment plant will bring benefits in terms of health, integrity of the environment and improved water quality.