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Playing a leading role in transforming Ireland into a society based on sustainable energy structures, technologies and practices.
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Career Opportunities in Sustainable Energy
With increasing demand for suitably trained staff, opportunities are available in technical, trade and professional areas.
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Qualifications Required in Sustainable Energy
Most jobs within this sector will require a specialist degree in the area or a primary degree in a STEM-related area with a post graduate qualification.
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Most people entering the sustainable energy sector are qualified up to 3rd level and come either from directly related couses or from STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths) based backgrounds.
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About Sustainable Energy Authority
The Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland
The Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland (SEAI) has a mission to play a leading role in transforming Ireland into a society based on sustainable energy structures, technologies and practices.
Our strategic objectives are:
- Implementing strong energy efficiency actions that radically reduce energy intensity and usage
- Accelerating the development and adoption of technologies to exploit renewable energy source
- Supporting evidence-based responses that engage all actors, supporting innovation and enterprise for our low-carbon future.
SEAI manages programmes aimed at:
- supporting Government decision-making through advocacy, analysis and evidence
- driving demand reduction and providing advice to all users of energy
- driving the decarbonisation of energy supply
- raising standards in sustainable energy products and services
- building markets based on quality, confidence and proven performance
- fostering innovation and entrepreneurship
- improving the coherence of Irish energy research and development
SEAI financed by Ireland’s EU Structural Funds Programme co-funded by the Irish Government and the European Union.
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Des Lalor, Wind Engineer
Des Lalor is a Wind Engineer for ESB. He is responsible for providing technical expertise in all aspects of wind monitoring, wind farm design and energy yield assessments. Des holds a Bachelor degree in Civil & Environmental Engineering, a Masters degree in Wind Energy and is also a chartered engineer.
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