Celebrating Excellence
At CIGRE Ireland, we honor the outstanding contributions of our members who drive innovation and excellence in the electrical power industry. Our awards recognize both long-standing dedication and remarkable technical achievements, showcasing the talent and commitment that propel our community forward.
CIGRE Ireland
Honouring Excellence
and Innovation
At CIGRE Ireland, we believe that recognizing outstanding achievements is essential to fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement within the electrical power industry. Our awards program celebrates the dedication, expertise, and innovative contributions of our members, highlighting the pivotal roles they play in advancing power systems technology and sustainability. By acknowledging these remarkable individuals, we not only honor their personal accomplishments but also inspire the entire community to strive for excellence and drive meaningful progress in the energy sector.
Distinguished Member Title
Established: 1996
Granted to long-standing members who have significantly contributed to the Association through active participation in technical work or within the National Committees.
Technical Committee Award
Established: 1993
Awarded to members of Study Committees or Working Groups who have made remarkable technical contributions to their respective fields.
CIGRE Ireland
Award Recipients
Below is a list of Irish members who have been honored with these awards since their inception:
| Name | Area of Specialisation | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Gerard Breen | Transformers | Technical Committee Award & Distinguished Member |
| Cathal Ó Luain | Overhead Lines | Technical Committee Award & Distinguished Member |
| Michael Power | System Operation & Control | Technical Committee Award & Distinguished Member |
| Eugene Bergin | HV Insulated Cables | Technical Committee Award & Distinguished Member |
| Leslie Bryans | System Development & Economics | Technical Committee Award & Distinguished Member |
| Hugh Jones | System Operation & Control | Technical Committee Award & Distinguished Member |
| Peter Lynch | Telecommunications | Technical Committee Award & Distinguished Member |
| Joe Monaghan | Power System Protection | Distinguished Member |
| Michael McMahon | System Technology | Distinguished Member |
| Paul Smith | System Development & Economics | Distinguished Member |
| Michael Mackey | High Voltage Equipment | Distinguished Member |
| Fiachra McDyer | System Operation & Control | Distinguished Member |
| Paul O’Connell | Substation Equipment | Distinguished Member |
| Michael Buckley | Overhead Lines | Technical Committee Award |
| John O’Neill | Transformers | Technical Committee Award |
| Joseph MacEnri | Transformers | Technical Committee Award |
| Eamonn Duggan | HV Substations | Distinguished Member |
| Marie Hayden | System Operation & Control | Distinguished Member |
| Adèle Sleator | System Development and Economics | Distinguished Member |
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