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Project Code [2023-CE-1222]

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Project title

Digital Environmental Technology for Enhanced Coastal Zone Management (DETECT)

Primary Funding Agency

Environmental Protection Agency

Co-Funding Organisation(s)

n/a

Lead Organisation

University College Cork (UCC)

Lead Applicant

Aaron Lim

Project Abstract

Ireland’s extensive coastline, spreading across 7000 km, holds significant social-environmental value. With 40% of the population residing within 5 km of the coast, equivalent to 1.9 million people, the vulnerability of these coastal areas to climate-related impacts is of great concern. Therefore, mapping techniques to promote effective coastal zone management (CZM) become crucial in mitigating climate and human impacts in vulnerable areas. In Ireland, coastal zones such as dunes, lagoons and estuaries are protected under the EU Habitats Directive and the Natura200 network. Although conservation measures are being undertaken to main and restore these habitats, their effectiveness relies on long-term monitoring of environmental changes and implementation. Thus, predicting climate change impacts in these sites is often challenging and costly, requiring time-consuming in-situ monitoring and remote sensing techniques. To ensure the effectiveness and suitability of conservation measures and monitoring status, researchers and stakeholders require integrated and accurate information about these habitats.

Grant Approved

�555,187.30

Research Hub

Climate Change

Research Theme

Harnessing Data and Digitalisation for the Environment

Start Date

31/03/2024

Initial Projected Completion Date

30/03/2028