Draft South Coast Designated Maritime Area Plan: Maritime Areas

The geographical area of the Draft South Coast DMAP (Designated Maritime Area Plan) Maritime Areas. It was published for public consultation, by the Department of the Environment, Climate and Communications in May 2024. The draft SC-DMAP identifies four proposed Maritime Areas off the South Coast within which fixed offshore wind farms may be located in the future. It also includes supporting policy objectives to guide its implementation and governance. The SC-DMAP is consistent with and builds upon national policies and plans, including National Marine Planning Framework , which identify a central role for offshore renewable energy in driving Ireland’s green energy transition and energy security. The preparation of the draft SC-DMAP has taken place pursuant to the legislative provisions of the Maritime Area Planning Act, 2021. None