The €12 million investment in key upgrades to the drinking water supply in Gowran, Goresbridge and Paulstown will significantly improve water security, guaranteeing that homes and businesses receive safe, clean drinking water.
The project, which will benefit over 1,200 residents, includes the construction of a new water treatment plant and enhancements to the Butlersgrove reservoir. It will also increase capacity for new connections, supporting future growth and development in the region for years to come.
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Commenting on importance of this project for the people of Kilkenny, Sean Twohig, Infrastructure Delivery Programme Manager at Uisce Éireann, said: "This project is an important milestone and represents a significant investment by Uisce Éireann in futureproofing and safeguarding the water supply for the people of Gowran, Goresbridge and Paulstown. The new water treatment plant and associated infrastructure will ensure a safe, clean drinking water supply in the area for current and future generations.
"Projects such as these are essential to allow Uisce Éireann to continue to support social and economic growth through the delivery of essential water services. This project is just one of a number of critical projects being undertaken to safeguard the drinking water supply in Kilkenny."
The works are expected to be completed in 2025.
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