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A prestigious 2025 ESIG Excellence Award for outstanding contribution to the renewable energy industry has been awarded EIRGRID ENGINEER WINS PRESTIGIOUS GLOBAL ENERGY AWARD to EirGrid Tools, Models and Methods Manager Marta Val Escudero. The annual awards programme recognises energy professionals from around the world for their accomplishments toward the planning, operation and advancement of energy systems. Marta has been acknowledged for her work in dynamic modelling, simulation tools and analysis methods supporting a secure and reliable operation of the all-island power system in the transition towards net zero. In its role as transmission system operator, EirGrid is aiming to transform the electricity grid to make it renewable-ready, in line with Ireland’s Climate Action Plan commitments. “EirGrid is playing a central role in Ireland’s efforts to reduce emissions and achieve our climate goals,” said Marta. “This award is a great recognition of the work we do at EirGrid, as we work to ensure 80% of Ireland’s electricity comes from renewable sources, as per Government targets.” www.eirgrid.com
L-R: Alan Campbell, Chief Executive, SONI and Suzanne Wylie, Chief Executive, NI Chamber.
BUSINESS ENERGY TASKFORCE TO FACILITATE THE GREEN TRANSITION
NI Chamber and SONI have established a new Energy Task and Finish Group which will deliver policy recommendations to government and regulators to support the 2025 review of the Northern Ireland Energy Strategy. The taskforce, which is focused on how energy policy can support Northern Ireland’s economic growth, is comprised of 15 organisations incorporating generators, suppliers, transmission and distribution operators and energy intensive industries, as well as Translink and the Consumer Council. Alan Campbell, Chief Executive of SONI, said, “Northern Ireland’s clean energy transition is vital for decarbonising our
society and tackling climate change, but it also offers huge opportunities for our economy. “As Northern Ireland’s Transmission System Operator, we aspire to use our experience, expertise and independence to act as a trusted adviser to government and regulators in the development and delivery of energy policy. “SONI is delighted to support the Northern Ireland Chamber as their exclusive energy partner in taking forward this important, new collaboration following the success of the Energy Forum programme in recent years.” www.soni.ltd.uk
New work categories and qualifications covering EV charging equipment, solar PV and electrical energy storage system installations are included in the latest Electrotechnical Assessment Specification (EAS) Qualifications Guide covering Northern Ireland. NEW GUIDE UPDATES THE ELECTROTECHNICAL ASSESSMENT SPECIFICATION
The Electrotechnical Skills Partnership (TESP) has worked with the EAS Management Committee to update the Guide, following release of the latest EAS in October 2024.
Some of the new qualification additions have also achieved the Electrician Plus kitemark and are listed on the TESP website as industry approved in terms of entry requirements, content and assessment, helping to ensure installations are carried out competently and safely. The TESP website will host any new qualifications approved before the next edition of the EAS Qualifications Guide is published. A Level 3 Certificate in Installing, Testing and Ensuring Compliance of Electrical Installations in Dwellings issued by LCL Awards will no longer be acceptable for new applicants from January 1, 2026. Other updates made to the EAS Qualifications Guide include new guidance around insufficient qualifications and qualifications obtained outside the UK. www.the-esp.org.uk
Marta Val Escudero, EirGrid.
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