Brendan Kelly, head of commercial for BnM, has been elected chair of the Electricity Association of Ireland, and Kevin Hannafin, director of regulation for Energia, has been voted vice-chair.
The Electricity Association is the policy body for the industry and includes Bord Gáis Energy, BnM, Electric Ireland, Energia, EPUKI, ESB Generation, ESB Networks, Flogas, Prepay Power, Rusal Aughinish, SSE Airtricity and Yuno Energy among its members.
Its associate membership includes AXPO, Captured Carbon, Ecopower supply, Electroroute, Indaver, Lumcloon Energy, Northern Ireland Networks, Orsted, Pinergy and Share Energy.
Kelly succeeds outgoing chair Peter O’Shea, head of corporate and regulatory affairs of ESB, and he will lead the association as Ireland’s electricity sector continues to decarbonise.
“The electricity sector is at the heart of Ireland’s energy transition to a decarbonised society and economy. I look forward to working with our members, policymakers and stakeholders to help deliver a secure, sustainable and affordable electricity system for homes, businesses and communities across the country,” said Kelly.
As vice-chair, Hannafin will support the chair and the association’s work in representing the industry’s interests at home and abroad.
“The years ahead present significant opportunities and challenges for our sector, and I look forward to supporting the Electricity Association’s important work in advancing Ireland’s clean energy ambitions and ensuring a resilient electricity system,” said Hannafin.
Kevin Hannafin, the newly elected vice-chair of the Electricity Association.
Dara Lynott, CEO of the Electricity Association of Ireland, said, “Brendan Kelly and Kevin Hannafin bring extensive leadership experience and deep knowledge of Ireland’s energy sector.
“Their expertise will be invaluable to the Electricity Association as it continues to work with members, government and stakeholders to support the delivery of Ireland’s climate and energy objectives.”
Photo: Brendan Kelly. (Pic: Supplied)