From the Maharees to Bantry Bay: PHAROS Ireland Mega Event Delivers a Living Lab, Stronger MPA Partnerships and Real Circular Economy Innovation
Over 200 stakeholders gathered in Kerry and West Cork from 26 to 28 May 2026 for the PHAROS Ireland Mega Event — three days that left behind a community-led Living Lab, deepened relationships on Marine Protected Area management, a classroom-ready citizen science programme, and a glimpse of what end-of-life fishing gear can become. On a sunny evening on […]
PHAROS Blue Economy Innovation and Skills Forum Highlights Opportunities for Collaboration, Innovation and Sustainable Growth
IKC3 – Ireland’s Knowledge Centre for Carbon, Climate and Community Action was delighted to support and participate in the recent PHAROS Blue Economy Innovation and Skills Forum, delivered in collaboration with PHAROS, EduGreen Connect, and the Circular Bioeconomy Education Centre (CBEC). The forum brought together researchers, educators, industry representatives, community stakeholders, and sustainability advocates […]
PHAROS FUTURES – Blue Skills & Blue Innovation
📅 Wednesday 27.05.26 ⏰ 9.30am–12.30pm 📍 G241, An Cuan, MTU North Campus, Tralee As Ireland’s blue economy grows, the demand for new skills is rapidly increasing in such areas as: 🐟 Fisheries & Aquaculture 🌿 Seaweed & Microalgae 🌊 Blue Tourism ♻️ Circular Bioeconomy 🧠 Green & Blue Skills As a part of the PHAROS […]