MKO Research

MKO Research is a dedicated scientific team that conducts applied research related to specific sectors and areas of interest in which MKO are active. MKO Research is a separate legal entity from MKO, and operates on a not-for-profit basis as a Research Performing Organisation.

The initial focus of MKO Research relates to biodiversity and renewable energy, and specifically to the interactions between wildlife and wind energy.

MKO Research conducts research to advance our understanding of wind energy risks to wildlife and develop solutions to avoid, minimise and offset those impacts. Building on existing knowledge in Ireland and developing novel cutting-edge approaches, we contribute to global applied knowledge on wildlife-wind energy interactions through open-access, peer-reviewed scientific studies. MKO Research works collaboratively with conservation organisations, academic institutions, and governmental agencies in Ireland to ensure that efforts to develop wind energy are aligned with national conservation priorities.