EirWind is a MaREI Centre industry-led collaborative research project, aimed at developing a blueprint for offshore wind development in Ireland. This two-year, multidisciplinary project focused on:-

The development of Geographic Information Systems, data gap analysis, new data layers and recommendations for data in the study of strategic areas for offshore wind, off Ireland’s east, south and west coasts (WP2).

Improvement of cost optimization tools and cost reduction solutions, in order to develop an advanced approach to planning for bottom fixed and floating offshore wind scenarios in Ireland (WP3).

Review the challenges associated with consenting offshore wind projects and make recommendations for stakeholder engagement, including fisheries. Assess seabird vulnerability and review impacts on fisheries and marine mammals (WP4).

Identify options for route to market for offshore wind in Ireland (WP5).

Research synthesis (WP6).