Economic Value of Water

Northern Ireland’s waters have a wide range of uses which contribute to the economic and social well-being of the country. Water is used by both agriculture and industry sometimes in product manufacture, or to generate power.

It is also used by the wider public to support many domestic and recreational uses. Water should also sustain healthy environments and a range of wildlife enjoyed by us all. A key function of river basin planning is to strike a balance between environmental, social and economic interests.

Find out more about the economic value of water:

2005 Article 5 Economic Analysis Summary Report (.PDF 257Kb)

UK Shared Framework for Sustainable Development (.PDF 434Kb)

Northern Ireland's Sustainable Development Strategy (.PDF 3.75Mb)

Investment Strategy for Northern Ireland (.PDF 4.22Mb)

Northern Ireland's Programme for Government 2008-2011 (.PDF 957Kb)

Strategic Regulatory Impact Assessment of River Basin Management Plans - Summary (.PDF 167Kb)

Strategic Regulatory Impact Assessment of River Basin Management Plans - Full Report (.PDF 749Kb)