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Project Code [RDD00804]
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Project title
IDEA-IRL (Integrated Design of floating wind Arrays Ireland)
Primary Funding Agency
Sustainable Energy Authority Ireland
Co-Funding Organisation(s)
n/a
Lead Organisation
University College Cork (UCC)
Project Abstract
Floating wind energy is a rapidly emerging industry. There is a need to focus on maximising the social, economic and environmental benefits of array scale deployments to ensure the long-term sustainability of the industry. The objective of the IDEA-IRL project is to accelerate the sustainable development of Floating Offshore Wind Arrays (FOWA) both domestically and internationally. This will be achieved by building upon key background knowledge and by coordinating and leveraging of the international FOWA research effort under the framework of the supported IEA Task 49.
Grant Approved
�646,936.00
Research Theme
Climate Solutions, Transition Management and Opportunities
Initial Projected Completion Date
31/01/2026