What are the key objectives of ECRIPP?
The railway is an important asset to enable a better quality of life and more sustainable travel and Iarnród Éireann will continue to invest in long term strategic infrastructure.
The key objectives of ECRIPP include;
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support the continued safe operation of rail services;
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increase railway infrastructure resilience to climate change;
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provide improved and sustainable coastal protection works against predicted climate change effects such as sea level rise, coastal erosion, storm surges and increased rainfall on the east coast railway corridor;
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secure the railway line for future generations;
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allow for the long-term efficient management and maintenance of the railway corridor; and
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support sustainable, low carbon, local, regional and international connectivity fostering a low carbon and climate resilient society.