Paul Clarke

Paul Clarke has a diverse work experience in the energy industry. Paul started their career as a Graduate Electrical Engineer at EDF Energy in 2005 and went on to work in various roles including Fleet Integrity Engineer and Asset Developer. In 2016, they became the Risk and Asset Modification Lead, responsible for managing CapEx spending and business risks. From 2017 to 2019, they served as a Risk and Asset Management Engineer, overseeing the station's risk and asset management frameworks.

In 2018, Paul joined EDF Renewables UK & Ireland as Acting PV Owner's Engineer. Paul later became the Project Development Engineer, responsible for coordinating all aspects of engineering for projects. Paul then served as Principal Engineering Manager in the Development & Construction department. From 2022 to 2023, they worked as a Portfolio Manager, managing multiple offshore renewable sites and leading a team of Portfolio Leads. Currently, they hold the position of Head of Offshore Asset Operations, leading the Asset Management and O&M teams and driving the performance of EDF Renewables' offshore wind portfolio in the UK & Ireland. Paul also contributes to the development of new renewables assets.

Paul Clarke completed their education at Loughborough University. Paul obtained a Bachelor of Engineering (BEng) degree in Electronic and Electrical Engineering from 2000 to 2004. Later, they pursued a Master of Science (MSc) degree in Renewable Energy Systems Technology from 2004 to 2005. Additionally, they have obtained several certifications, including the Certificate in Asset Management from The Institute of Asset Management in December 2016, the National General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety from NEBOSH in December 2012, and the Managing Successful Programmes (MSP) Practitioner certification from AXELOS Global Best Practice in November 2012. Paul also holds certifications in Risk Management, Management of Risk (MoR) Practitioner, APMP, and PRINCE2 Registered Practitioner. In October 2005, they became a Member of the Institution of Engineering and Technology (MIET).