Irish Cement Limited recognises the environmental responsibilities associated with all aspects of its operations and as a matter of policy seeks to avoid, reduce and mitigate any potentially adverse effects on the environment. It is company policy to comply with all legal requirements imposed on its operations and in particular to operate its production facility at Castlemungret, Co. Limerick in accordance with the requirements of the Integrated Pollution Control Licence issued by the Environmental Protection Agency. All capital expenditure projects at Limerick Works include a significant investment in environmental control. Limerick Works seeks to exist as a good neighbour within the local community and has adopted a policy of open communication on environmental performance.