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Renewable energy generation: development of a software tool to analyse the possible synergies of an integrated bioenergy park
(2008)
The concept of a Bioenergy Park is that renewable energy processes are integrated to
maximise the total energy production potential while ensuring environmental sustainability.
The three processes selected are a) Biodiesel ...
A comparative study of how the National Park Services in the United States of America and the Republic of Ireland approach health and safety
(2008)
This project is a comparison study of how the United States of America and the
Republic of Ireland park services manage health and safety in their National Parks. The
project looks at the legislation of both countries, ...
Incineration as a sustainable municipal waste management option for Dublin
(2008)
The management o f Dublin’s municipal waste is currently undergoing a period o f
transformation, as landfill is no longer the cheap and acceptable option that it has been
for many years. Changing our Ways, DoELG (1998) ...
The prevention of sewage pollution from cabin cruisers in the River Shannon basin
(2008)
This study evaluates the current procedures adopted regarding the prevention of pollution
from Cabin Cruisers on the River Shannon, specifically on the navigable inland
(freshwater) waterway, from Ballyconnell, Co. Cavan ...
An investigation into the use of tallow as a thermal fuel in Ireland
(2008)
The study investigates the use of tallow as a thermal fuel in Ireland, focusing on its
suitability as a fuel in steam raising boilers. The legislative position of such use with
regard to the protection of health is ...
Transfer of radionuclides from soil to vegetation in selected Irish ecosystems
(2008)
This thesis details the findings of a study relating the transfer of 238U, 228Ra (232Th), 226Ra,
and 137Cs from soil to vegetation in an Atlantic blanket bog, upland blanket bog and
semi-natural grassland situated along ...
To investigate the factors contributing to the deterioration in water quality in Knappaghbeg Lake, Aughagower, Westport, Co. Mayo
(2008)
The investigation aims to identify the reasons why the water quality deteriorated in
Knappaghbeg Lake. The lake had been monitored in the past by the EPA under the
Phosphorus Regulations. These Regulations required the ...
Graphical excellence in environmental impact statements: applying data visualisation principles to environmental impact assessments
(2008)
Graphical Excellence in Environmental Impact Statements
applying data visualisation principles to environmental impact assessments
Planning and development involves balancing potentially conflicting goals. Development
control ...