Attitudes and perceptions of fishermen on the island of Ireland towards the development of marine renewable energy projects

Reilly, Kieran; O’Hagan, Anne Marie; Dalton, Gordon

doi:10.1016/j.marpol.2015.04.001

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“…Moreover, it has been highlighted by several studies that OWFs or other MRE installations can act as artificial reefs, thus providing benefits to fisheries (leading to attraction of high commercial value species), and opportunities of aquaculture inside the farms, while fish catches can increase outside the protected area [164,212,277,278]. Similar surveys have been presented in [279] in order to quantify fishermen's perception in Ireland and the UK [280]. Other concerns regarding the impacts on fish behavior patterns and trophic web functioning have been described in [281,282], respectively.…”

Section: Fisheries and Aquaculturementioning

confidence: 54%

Marine Renewable Energy in the Mediterranean Sea: Status and Perspectives

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Abstract:In this work, an extended overview of the marine renewable energy in the Mediterranean Sea is provided as regards current status, potential problems, challenges, and perspectives of development. An integrated and holistic approach is necessary for the economic viability and sustainability of marine renewable energy projects; this approach comprises three different frameworks, not always aligned, i.e., geotechnical/engineering, socio-economic, and environmental/ ecological frameworks. In this context, the geomorphological, climatological, socio-economic, and environmental/ecological particularities of the Mediterranean basin are discussed, as they constitute key issues of the spatial context in which marine renewable energy projects are to be implemented. General guidelines for the sustainable development of marine renewable energy in the Mediterranean are also provided.Keywords: marine renewable energy; ocean energy; offshore wind energy; marine spatial planning; Mediterranean Sea; roadmap for marine energy development Key TopicsThe main topics that this paper deals with, can be summarized as follows: •Global status of the different types of marine renewable energy (MRE), i.e., offshore wind, wave, tidal, thermal, and salinity gradients energy conversion:

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Section: Fisheries and Aquaculturementioning

confidence: 54%

Marine Renewable Energy in the Mediterranean Sea: Status and Perspectives

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“…These studies highlight fishers' concerns about loss of fishing grounds and displacement, safety and gear loss, and inadequate consultation and communication [13][14][15][16][17][18]. A minority of fishers do perceive the potential opportunities presented by artificial reef effects causing target species to aggregate at OWF foundations, and they are also aware of possible spillover effects of individuals from within a refuge created by the exclusion of fishing from the footprint of the infrastructure [14][15][16].…”

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Perceptions of fishers and developers on the co-location of offshore wind farms and decapod fisheries in the UK

2015

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a b s t r a c tThe predicted expansion of the global offshore wind sector is likely to increase conflicts as users of the coastal zone compete for space, and the displacement of fisheries is of particular concern. It is therefore important to explore opportunities that could support the co-existence of offshore wind farms (OWFs) and fishing activity. In addition to ecological evidence on the effects of OWFs on commercially exploited species, the co-location issue requires understanding of the perceptions of fishers and OWF developers on key constraints and opportunities. Interviews were carried out in 2013 with 67 fishers in South Wales and Eastern England and with 11 developers from major energy companies, to discover experiences and opinions on the co-location of OWFs with crab and lobster fisheries. Developers expressed broad support for co-location, perceiving potential benefits to their relationship with fishers and their wider reputation. Fishers had more mixed opinions, with geographical variation, and exhibited a range of risk perception. The lack of reported experience of potting within OWFs was not related to stock concerns but to uncertainty around safety, gear retrieval, insurance and liability. Clear protocols and communication to address these issues are essential if co-location is to be feasible. Scale may also limit the potential benefits to fishers, especially in that large offshore OWFs are likely to be inaccessible to much of the inshore fleet. There remains the potential to enhance the artificial reef effects of OWFs by deploying additional material between the turbines, but options to finance such schemes, and how investment by OWF developers could be offset against compensation paid to displaced fishers, require further investigation.

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“…This has shown that commercial fishers recognise possible opportunities from OWF developments in terms of alternative employment, creation of marine habitats and improvements in harbour infrastructure, whilst also fearing loss of fishing grounds and income, and holding negative views on the form and content of the consultation process [e.g. [8][9][10][11]. Empirical evidence of the extent of the displacement of trawling activities from OWF footprints is also beginning to emerge [12].…”

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Recreational use of offshore wind farms: Experiences and opinions of sea anglers in the UK

Hooper

Austen

2017

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The expansion of offshore wind farms (OWFs) is likely to increase conflict with other marine users as different sectors compete for space. There may also be positive interactions, as the artificial reef effects from energy infrastructure have the potential to sustain and enhance fishing opportunities. Recreational sea angling is an important sector within the UK but the experiences and opinions of UK sea anglers with respect to OWFs have not been documented. To address this, an online survey was undertaken with recreational anglers around the UK (n=199). Respondents represented a range of socio-demographic and angling characteristics, although male, more frequent and older fishers as well as club members were overrepresented compared to a 2012 national survey. One quarter of the respondents had fished around the perimeter of or within an OWF, most on multiple occasions, and 73% of those who had not expressed a willingness to do so in future. Anglers reported both positive and negative effects on catch success when fishing near or within OWFs compared to their experiences of the same site prior to OWF development. Outcomes for individual species were also mixed. Anglers recognised the potential artificial reef effects of OWFs and their role as a "safe haven", particularly due to the exclusion of commercial fishers. Negative perceptions included restricted access, harm to marine wildlife, and visual impact. There is little evidence that OWFs will have a significant economic impact on recreational fishing, as most anglers are unlikely to change their behaviour in response to future developments.

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Attitudes and perceptions of fishermen on the island of Ireland towards the development of marine renewable energy projects

Cited by 36 publications

References 23 publications

Marine Renewable Energy in the Mediterranean Sea: Status and Perspectives

Marine Renewable Energy in the Mediterranean Sea: Status and Perspectives

Perceptions of fishers and developers on the co-location of offshore wind farms and decapod fisheries in the UK

Recreational use of offshore wind farms: Experiences and opinions of sea anglers in the UK

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