Meet the Team
The project team directly involved in the proposed Ballyfasy Wind Farm includes a dedicated in-house team that works with an engineering consultant, complemented by FuturEnergy Ireland and ART Generation specialists in areas such as grid, stakeholder management, ecology and planning.
Sandra Kelly
Project ManagerSandra has 20 years’ experience working in the engineering and project management sectors. For the past 13 years she has worked exclusively on renewable energy projects in Ireland. Sandra believes that wind energy development is the key enabler in securing Ireland’s sustainable future.
Niall Barrett
Community Engagement ManagerNiall has a background in community and youth work. Most recently, he worked as a Community Liaison Officer on power transmission projects. Having previously developed education programmes on sustainability, Niall now brings his expertise in the non-profit sector to renewable energy.
Tom Boland
Community Liaison OfficerTom joined the Forest and Wildlife Service in 1972 and moved to Coillte in 1989, where he was involved with training and safety management and in the procurement of felling licences. Tom now brings his extensive forestry experience and communication skills to FuturEnergy Ireland to work in the community in the development of wind energy projects.
Tom Whelan
Community Liaison OfficerTom spent 38 years working in forestry, 25 of which were in Coillte in various roles from regional harvesting to tree surgery. This experience in public consultation and community engagement on forest management and operations is invaluable in his role as Community Liaison Officer. Tom is looking forward to building a strong relationship with the local community in the Ballyfasy area.