By 2030, substantially increase water-use efficiency across all sectors and ensure sustainable withdrawals and supply of freshwater to address water scarcity and substantially reduce the number of people suffering from water scarcity.

CSO data

Status: Level of water stress increasing

6.4.1 Change in water use efficiency over time – data for Ireland is currently being developed at national level and will be made available when finalised. 

6.4.2 Change in water use efficiency over time – data for Ireland is currently being developed at national level and will be made available when finalised.