MKO - Planning and Environmental Consultants

MKO Ireland, a leading environmental consultancy Ireland firm, delivers comprehensive planning and environmental services to both public and private sector clients nationwide. Their team of 220+ professionals includes specialists in planning, environmental assessment, ecology and related disciplines, establishing them as experts in managing complex projects and guiding clients through regulatory requirements, from initial strategy development to final implementation.

Their distinctive strength lies in their integrated approach, combining strategic planning with detailed environmental expertise to minimise risks, enhance decision-making processes and create thorough submissions across diverse sectors.

Wind Energy
With over ten years of experience in Ireland's wind energy sector, MKO provides expert guidance on planning and environmental assessment for significant renewable projects. Their portfolio encompasses both onshore and offshore developments, emphasising strategic planning methodologies and environmental considerations crucial for navigating Ireland's planning framework.

Solar Energy
As a specialist environmental consultancy Ireland firm, MKO facilitates the implementation of large-scale solar PV installations, offering comprehensive planning and environmental expertise from initial feasibility studies through to completion. Their industry knowledge reflects Irish solar market dynamics, where success hinges on scale efficiency, cost management and adaptable design.

Energy & Electricity Infrastructure
MKO extends their expertise to crucial energy transition infrastructure, supporting electricity projects through route assessment, environmental constraints mapping, options evaluation and strategic planning for significant infrastructure developments and corridors.

Water Utility Services
The firm delivers environmental and ecological consulting for water and wastewater initiatives, collaborating with local authorities, Uisce Éireann (Irish Water), consulting engineers and civil contractors to ensure effective delivery of vital water infrastructure services.

Waste Management
MKO provides guidance across diverse waste infrastructure projects, helping clients navigate sector-specific processes and regulatory frameworks. Their expertise supports compliant development and operation of waste management facilities.

Residential
Within the residential sector, MKO offers support from initial land-use planning and rezoning strategy through to planning applications across various development scales. They collaborate closely with design teams, leveraging their in-house environmental and ecological expertise to develop robust applications that promote sustainable development outcomes.