Derek Aherne

Derek Aherne is a seasoned data professional with extensive experience in data science and analytics, currently serving as Lead Data Scientist for SSE Airtricity since January 2023. Previously, Derek held the position of Senior Data Scientist at SSE Renewables, focusing on advanced analytics and trading decision support tools. Derek's career began in the civil engineering field, transitioning from roles as a Civil Engineer Technician to various positions in data analytics at SSE Airtricity, where project implementations included machine learning for wind power forecasting. Notable academic achievements include multiple postgraduate certificates in Electronic Engineering, Artificial Intelligence, and Statistics, as well as a Master's degree in Analytics.