In the rapidly shifting offshore energy sector, innovation is no longer just about efficiency and economics.
Increasingly, biodiversity and ecological stewardship are shaping how projects are designed and delivered. This is the space where Restore Blue, a young Irish company founded by marine ecologist Dr Sarah Cosgrove, has made its mark.
Marine ecosystems make up 99 per cent of the planet’s living space by volume, yet they are among the least visible and most fragile environments. Unlike terrestrial habitats, their health is often difficult to observe, making them more prone to being misunderstood or overlooked.
Bord na Móna has revealed a green entrepreneur from Sligo is participating in the latest Accelerate Green START programme. The pre-accelerator programme, delivered by Bord na Móna in conjunction with Resolve Partners, is dedicated to supporting early-stage startups leading the response to climate action and sustainability.
When we set out to create The Power Tomorrow campaign, we wanted to explore the stories behind the transition to clean energy—not just the technology, but the people driving it. On the west coast of Ireland, nestled in the wild beauty of North Sligo, we met a woman whose life has been shaped, stirred, and steered by the ocean: Sarah Cosgrove, marine biologist and founder of Restore Blue.