Would your class like to explore the Ocean, with the assistance of the Explorers Education Programme programme Marine Institute? Then check out explorers.ie for our school brochure, online resources and lesson plans and latest news and events #keepexploring

Dive into this online talk on the mysterious 'Bronze Bell' wreck by Alison James, MSDS Marine on behalf of CHERISH Project, 17th February at 5pm! For details and registration 👉bit.ly/33pDviS @Dept_ECC Geological Survey IE Marine Institute

From Connemara in the north to the Burren in the south! Explore the fascinating #Geology, #Biodiversity and #Heritage of #GalwayBay through our latest #StoryMap. 👉 bit.ly/3r8aLEN 👈 @Dept_ECC Geological Survey IE Marine Institute ArcGIS StoryMaps

Don't forget to join for #INFOMAR 2022 project updates in The Printworks, Dublin Castle Feb 21st 2-5pm, and stay for the @HydSocUKI Remote Hydrography Conference & Exhibition 22 Feb-24 Feb! See agenda and registration > bit.ly/3um0NkE @Dept_ECC Geological Survey IE Marine Institute

The #CleanCoastsObserver initiative is back with a new Explore Your Shore course with Biodiversity Ireland. Don't miss this opportunity to get involved in a #citizenscience project to learn more about #biodiversity in #ireland. Register now: cleancoasts.org/clean-coasts-o… #CleanCoasts

1/2 "Where Shankill meets the Sea!" I couldn't get out for Dudley, Eunice or Franklin, so here's a few shots of #StormBarra on 7 Dec taken from top of Quinns Rd steps in Shankill, Co. Dublin #erosion #IrishSea #climatechange #sealevelrise Coast Monkey

📍JOB OPPORTUNITIES 📍 We currently have 7 vacancies with us and INFOMAR 📅The closing date is Thursday, 3rd March $:00pm Check them out at 👉 bit.ly/3kpIDYC #Marine #STO #Data #LabAnalyst #WFD #TeamLeader #Chemistry #Science #Research

MSP is hitting the waves this morning with Geological Survey IE. Also onboard is Eamon Ryan who is making an important announcement about offshore wind!!

Today we launched the Maritime Area Consent (MAC) system A planning framework for the sea, it will enable an acceleration of our transition to renewable energy, utilising one of Ireland's greatest resources, wind. MAC will massively expand our ability to generate wind power

You can learn more at this link: gov.ie/en/publication…

"We cannot decarbonise our electricity system and make Ireland energy independent without wind farms. We cannot build them if we cannot get planning permission. And we cannot get planning system without a fit for purpose An Bord Pleanála." businesspost.ie/energy/hot-air…

INFOMAR 2022 survey operations have officially begun! Today the #RVCelticVoyager is carrying out system tests and ground truthing off Co. Cork. To see the INFOMAR 2022 survey plans visit > bit.ly/3qLPCPN @Dept_ECC Geological Survey IE Marine Institute

Eoin McCraith presenting the work of INFOMAR INFOMAR at iCRAG Centre #offshorewind event including the work carried out on Marine Institute Research Vessels vessels. #rvcelticvoyager #rvcelticexplorer

Geological Survey Ireland @Dept_ECC graduate jobs reminder - closing date for applications is Thursday, 14 April, at 1 pm Irish time #IrishGeoscience.

Ever wonder what it's like to map the Irish seabed? You and your family can experiencing the replica #RVKeary bridge simulator + more great Geological Survey IE exhibits at the 'Down to Earth' exhibition Open Day - Sat May 7th - National Museum of Ireland > bit.ly/3MuxIJy @Dept_ECC Marine Institute

Don't forget to visit the INFOMAR seabed mapping simulator and more great Geological Survey IE exhibits at the 'Down to Earth' exhibition Open Day - tomorrow Saturday May 7th at National Museum of Ireland! @Dept_ECC Marine Institute

We are delighted to announce that Captain Robert McCabe has been appointed Chair of the Seafood / Offshore Renewable Energy Working Group!! Best wishes to Robert on leading the important work of this Group. gov.ie/en/press-relea…

📍“Marine Science Communication in Europe” webinar 📅 Thursday, 23rd June, 11 AM More info and registration 👉 bit.ly/3MY7mj1 🌊 Discuss challenges and new technologies for #communication and positive messaging of #ocean-related news. European Marine Board #Marine #Science

Final stop for the hardworking #RVCelticVoyager! Arrived into Howth Harbour this morning after its 86th and final #INFOMAR survey. Keep an eye out for the #RVTomCrean which will be taking over survey duty starting very soon. INFOMAR Geological Survey IE Marine Institute Marine Institute Research Vessels

ICYMI ⤵️🚢 This morning as the sea fog lifted on Galway Bay, Ireland’s new research vessel, the #RVTomCrean docked at Port of Galway following her maiden voyage from Vigo, Spain where crew completed the final sea trials. Today we are very proud to have her home. Dept of Agriculture, Food and the Marine