Long lifespan of structures#
Sector: Offshore renewable energy - Long-term biodiversity
Classification: MSP - Socio-ecosystem MSP - Development of the activity
Description#
Long lifespan of structures and possibility for sites to remain in place one decommissioned offer long-term protection once construction is complete.
Notes
Pegorelli et al. (2024). Guideline for the strategic and spatial measures for the nature inclusive operation of blue economy sectors – ESE 3 (Deliverable – D4.2., under the WP4 of MSP4BIO project (GA n° 101060707)).
External sources#
Strangford, County Down, Northern Ireland: https://www.researchgate.net/publication/336412969_Compatibility_of_offshore_energy_installations_with_marine_protected_area