Emer Barry is the Programme Manager for Electric Vehicles and Demand Generation at the Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland (SEAI). This programmes aim is to support and progress the electrification and ultimately decarbonisation of the transport sector in Ireland. The programme includes grants for the purchase of new electric vehicles, an EV dealership awards scheme and an EV commercial fleet trial.
Emer has been with SEAI for over 20 years and has held several positions including Personal Assistant to the CEO as well as managing and delivering the Education Programme. This programme offers supports and resources to teachers to help them teach about energy efficiency and encourage students to take climate action.