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Investigation of Ireland's coastal platforms: location, type and coastal protection

Investigation of Ireland's coastal platforms: location, type and coastal protection

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​This research has been carried under the Geological Survey Ireland 2015 Short Call. This call provided funding for researchers in academia or industry on the island of Ireland for projects of less than 12 months duration and less than €25,000. 

Disclaimer:  The views expressed in this report are those of the author(s) and not of Geological Survey Ireland or the Department of Climate Action, Communications and Environment.

Lead Applicant: Dr Mary Bourke

Host: Trinity College Dublin

Project Title: Investigation of Ireland's coastal platforms: location, type and coastal protection

Project Description: Shore platforms are a significant component of Ireland's coastal systems and have the potential to buffer coasts from storm wave hazards. This project will map the distribution of shore platforms and conduct a pilot study to investigate the role that platforms have in the effective attenuation of wave energy.

Report

Ábhar:
Cúrsaí Mara, Guaiseacha Nádúrtha, Geolaíocht, Athrú Aeráide
Clár:
Aonad Mara agus Cósta, Guaiseacha Geolaíochta
Catagóir:
Taighde
Cineál:
2015 Short Call, Tuairiscí, Online Publication