The OES TCP Members collaborate internationally to accelerate the viability, uptake & acceptance of ocean energy systems in an environmentally acceptable manner.

Executive Committee

The Ocean Energy Systems TCP is operating since 2001. It brings together countries to advance research, development and demonstration of conversion technologies to harness energy from all forms of ocean renewable resources, such as:

  • Tides, waves & currents; and
  • Temperature gradient (ocean thermal energy conversion and submarine geothermal energy) and salinity gradient for electricity generation, as well as for other uses, such as desalination.

The OES TCP Executive Committee Representative for Ireland is Dr. Emer Dennehy (SEAI).

For further information about the task, please visit the IEA OES TCP webpage.

Emer Dennehy

Offshore - Programme Manager

Dr Emer Dennehy is Programme Manager for Offshore Renewable Energy with the Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland. Initially qualifying as an electronic engineer, Emer now holds both a Masters and PhD in Energy Engineering from University College Cork, Ireland. Emer has nearly 15 years of experience in analysing energy systems both at national and international levels, through energy statistics analysis and senior modelling specialist roles for Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland, as well as in the Energy Technology Perspectives Division in the International Energy Agency (IEA) from 2013 to 2016.

Contact: emer.dennehy@seai.ie

 

Tasks

Task 4 — Assessment of Environmental Effects and Monitoring Efforts for Ocean Wave, Tidal, and Current Energy Systems

The aim of this Task is to be the premier international programme engaged in bringing together information and practitioners on the environmental effects of an ocean wave, tidal, and current energy development on the marine environment. It aims to facilitate efficient government oversight of the development of ocean energy systems by expanding our baseline knowledge of environmental effects and monitoring methods.

The Representatives for Task 4 are Dr. Anne Marie O'Hagan (University College Cork) and Dr. Emma Verling (University College Cork).

For further information about the Task, please visit the Task 4 IEA OES TCP webpage.

Task 8 — Consenting Processes

The aim of this Task is to enable the OES to meet its aspiration in addressing permitting and licensing issues within OES member countries.

The Representatives for Task 8 are Dr. Anne Marie O'Hagan (University College Cork) and Dr. Emma Verling (University College Cork).

For further information about the Task, please visit the Task 8 IEA OES TCP webpage.

Task 10 — Wave Energy Converters Modelling Verification and Validation

The aim of this Task is to assess the codes currently in use globally for analysis of wave energy devices. This effort will focus on assessing the accuracy and validation process of the codes by comparing codes to codes and codes to experiments.

The Representatives for Task 10 is Prof. Tony Lewis (University College Cork).

For further information about the Task, please visit the Task 10 IEA OES TCP webpage.

Task 12 — Performance Metrics International Framework for Ocean Energy

The aim of this Task is to address the ongoing need to define appropriate and rigorous metrics for measuring success in a number of critical target areas of ocean energy technology development. The objective is to establish a common international stage gate metrics framework to be used by technology developers, investors and funders.

The Representatives for Task 12 are Dr. Michael O'Shea (University College Cork) and Dr. Jimmy Murphy (University College Cork).

For further information about the Task, please visit the Task 12 IEA OES TCP webpage.

Task 15 — Alternative Markets for Ocean Energy

Under this Task several market opportunities will be explored: ocean energy in islands, co-location with aquaculture and desalination.

The Representative for Task 15 is Dr. Brendan Cahill (ORPC Ireland).

For further information about the Task, please visit the Task 15 IEA OES TCP webpage.

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