These project locations are not only areas of high biodiversity value and natural beauty, but they are also popular recreation sites for locals and visitors to the areas. Coillte Nature and NPWS will work together with local communities and scientific experts to develop long-term conservation management plans for these areas. The aim is to increase the biodiversity value and resilience of these ecosystems in the face of climate change and rising sea levels, while allowing future generations to enjoy these popular areas.
Sand dune ecosystems are sensitive and dynamic systems that change over time by the forces of nature. This five-year project will seek to learn about the history and ongoing value of the sites from local communities and also to raise public awareness about the relevance, natural values and ecosystem services provided by these dune ecosystems.
