Trump's scheme is one of many in response to ongoing coastal erosion and flooding events.

From the office of public works:
https://www.opw.ie/en/flood-risk-management/floodanderosionmapping/icpss/

https://www.irishtimes.com/news/environment/new-1-billion-flood-risk-management-plan-will-fund-118-flood-relief-schemes-1.348315