A smoky coal ban will come into effect in Tramore from September of next year.
The ban is being extended to all towns with populations of more than 10,000 people.
From September 2020, the burning of smoky coal will be prohibited in thirteen towns across Cavan, Cork, Kerry, Longford, Mayo, Meath, Offaly and Waterford.
Currently, the ban is in place in Waterford city but not the county.
Minister for Climate Action and the Environment Richard Bruton says the extension is being brought in to address immediate health concerns in these towns.
He has also confirmed a nationwide ban on smoky coal will not be going ahead as it poses legal challenges.
Local authorities will be tasked with enforcing the ban, and may hand out fines to anyone found to be selling the prohibited fuels.
