Sustainability
At Dublin Zoo, our mission is to save wildlife and inspire a passion for nature. As part of this mission, our teams are committed to protecting the planet and its resources for future generations.
Through innovative initiatives, we aim to reduce our carbon footprint, conserve water, and safeguard ecosystems. We also aim to increase sustainability awareness through community engagement campaigns.
Sustainability
At Dublin Zoo, our mission is to save wildlife and inspire a passion for nature. As part of this mission, our teams are committed to protecting the planet and its resources for future generations.
Through innovative initiatives, we aim to reduce our carbon footprint, conserve water, and safeguard ecosystems. We also aim to increase sustainability awareness through community engagement campaigns.
Sustainability Master Plan
Dublin Zoo’s Sustainability Master Plan sets out a programme of actions to ensure the Zoo is delivering its mission and taking the right steps towards a greener future. These actions align with the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals and focus on:
1. Energy and Climate Change
2. Resource Stewardship and the Circular Economy
3. Educational Training and Public Engagement
4. Diversity, Equality, Accessibility, and Inclusivity
5. Health, Safety, and Wellbeing
6. Biodiversity
7. Supply Chain Engagement
8. Sustainable Finances
The Sustainability Master Plan can be viewed here.
In addition to the publication of this Master Plan, a Sustainability Committee was developed at Dublin Zoo. This Committee includes representatives from every Zoo department, including Animal Care, Education, Marketing, Visitor Operations, Facilities, Catering and meets regularly to discuss the Zoo’s strategy to delivering sustainability as an organisation.
