The Ocean Energy Systems Annex IV (Annex IV) and the UK Offshore Renewables Joint Industry Programme (ORJIP) for Ocean Energy will be hosting a workshop in Kirkwall, Orkney on 23rd April 2018.
The aim of this workshop is to bring together regulators, stakeholders, industry, and researchers to examine the social and economic effects of MRE developments and how these should best be considered during the consenting process for projects.
Information gathered during this workshop will help inform the development of a best practice guidance note on; data collection, impact assessment and monitoring as well as measures that can be implemented to maximize benefits and manage effects from MRE developments.
If you are interested in participating in this workshop, please RSVP by the Friday 30th March 2018 to ORJIP@aquatera.co.uk.