Peter Hourihane

Peter Hourihane is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in sustainable energy and engineering. Currently serving as Senior Programme Manager at MaREI since March 2014, Peter has held various roles, including Scientific Programme Officer and Research Support Officer. Prior experience includes a Master's degree in Sustainable Energy from University College Cork, where a thesis was completed on the hydrodynamic design of tidal energy converters. Before this, Peter worked as a Design Engineer at InterCAD Services Ltd, JB Barry & Partners, and Fleming Construction, focusing on large-scale residential development, traffic modelling, and infrastructure projects. Peter holds a Bachelor's degree in Civil & Environmental Engineering from University College Cork. Areas of expertise encompass sustainable energy systems, energy modelling, and renewable energy technologies.