Waste Enforcement
Under the regulations European Union (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment) Regulations 2014 certain obligations are placed on Retailers of WEEE.
While waste tyres are not classified as hazardous they can cause environmental pollution if disposed of incorrectly or irresponsibly
Those intending to carry out waste collection activities in Cork City Council’s Functional area must apply for a waste collection permit.
The European Union (End of Life Vehicles) Regulations 2014 came into effect on 30 July 2014.
The European Union (Packaging) Regulations 2014 promote the recovery of specified packaging waste.
The plastic bag levy was first introduced on 4th March 2002 at the rate of 15 cent per bag.
The Regulations require all major producers of food waste to place it in a dedicated bin and ensure it is not mixed with other waste.
The burning of waste is illegal and can pollute the air by releasing many harmful chemicals into it.
Cork City Council is responsible for issuing waste facility permits and certificates of registration in the City Council area.
If not disposed of properly, batteries release dangerous heavy metals into the environment therefore they must be recycled correctly to avoid this happening.
Environment
- Street Performer's Permit
- Climate Action
- Air Quality
- Energy Initiatives
- Environmental Awareness
- Litter & Street Cleaning
- River Basin Management
- Waste Enforcement
- Civic Amenity Site & Recycling
- Old Cork Waterworks Experience
- Environment Boundary FAQs
- Noise
- Radon Advice
- Solvent and Paint Regulations
- Dangerous Substances Licence
- End-of-Life Vehicle (ELV)