Nitrates in groundwater - Infopage



Indicator
Nitrates in groundwater
Definition
This indicator shows the concentrations of nitrate in groundwater bodies expressed in milligrams of nitrate per liter (mg NO3/l).

The index is calculated taking the average of the period 2000-2002, set at 100.

Frequency
Under the Nitrates Directive, Member States have the obligation to report every 4 years, delivering annual data.

Data source
European Environment Agency (EEA) ❱ Nitrate in groundwater
[EU SDG 06_40] Nitrate in groundwater (europa.eu)