Northern Ireland YPN
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The Northern Ireland YPN is a vibrant and inclusive community dedicated to supporting early-career professionals across the energy sector.
Our mission is to foster meaningful connections, share knowledge, and create opportunities for collaboration, growth, and development. Through networking events, mentorship, and industry engagement, we aim to empower the next generation of energy leaders and build a strong, supportive network that helps each other thrive in a rapidly evolving industry.
I'm honoured to chair the Young Professionals Committee for the Energy Institute and proud to help launch the very first YPN chapter in Northern Ireland. Now, as a Chartered Engineer with the Energy Institute, I'm excited to give back, supporting others on their journey and encouraging as many young professionals as possible to achieve chartered status. I'm looking forward to an inspiring year ahead, building strong industry connections, sharing knowledge, and hosting events that empower and connect the next generation of energy leaders.
Aine Murray CEng, MEI
Chair, Northern Ireland YPN
Upcoming events and EI resources
Cement-sector carbon capture moves towards industrial deployment as infrastructure pressures grow
1/6/2026
An accelerated carbonation plant at the Port of Bilbao in northern Spain that is designed to capture up to 6,000 tonnes of CO2 annually and permanently mineralise it within construction aggregates used by the building sector has opened.
NEW ENERGY WORLD
UK ranks second in Europe for co-location investment
18/5/2026
The UK has been named the second most attractive co-location investment market in Europe, alongside Bulgaria, with Germany taking the top spot, according to a new report.
NEW ENERGY WORLD
LDES installations surge 49% in 2025 but sector faces critical financing crunch
18/3/2026
Global long-duration energy storage (LDES) installations exceeded 15 GWh in 2025, a 49% increase year-on-year, but the sector is facing growing challenges due to declining investment and increasing competition from lithium-ion batteries, according to a recent report.
NEW ENERGY WORLD
Past events highlights
Take a look back at some of our recent community and EI-wide events in Northern Ireland.
Ulster University induction talk and networking – September 2025
Ulster University, Belfast
The Energy Institute Northern Ireland Young Professionals Network (YPN) took part in Induction week and had the pleasure of visiting Ulster University to spotlight the benefits of 𝐅𝐑𝐄𝐄 𝐒𝐓𝐔𝐃𝐄𝐍𝐓 𝐌𝐄𝐌𝐁𝐄𝐑𝐒𝐇𝐈𝐏, which helps students:
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Networking social with CIBSE Young Engineers Network – April 2025
Ulster University, Belfast
Hosted in partnership with CIBSE Young Engineers Network, IStructE Northern Ireland, the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET), the Energy Institute Northern Ireland ,and the Concrete Society, the event created an excellent opportunity for attendees to connect with peers and industry professionals from a range of disciplines.
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YPN Student talk at Ulster University - April 2025
Ulster University, Belfast
Representatives from the YPN were invited to speak with first, second, and third-year students at the School of Built Environment, offering valuable insights into career development, industry opportunities, and professional engagement within the energy sector.
Representatives from the YPN were invited to speak with first, second, and third-year students at the School of Built Environment, offering valuable insights into career development, industry opportunities, and professional engagement within the energy sector.
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YPN student engagement event at Ulster University - 2023
Ulster University, Belfast
The event featured insightful presentations from William Deane, Émer Rafferty, and Jack Gordon from A&L Goodbody, who shared their professional experiences and perspectives on careers within the industry.
During the visit, Professor Philip Griffiths also provided attendees with a tour of the Engineering and Built Environment department, including the opportunity to experience the university’s anechoic chamber.
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Ulster University induction talk and networking – September 2025
Ulster University, Belfast
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Networking social with CIBSE Young Engineers Network – April 2025
Ulster University, Belfast
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YPN Student talk at Ulster University - April 2025
Ulster University, Belfast
Representatives from the YPN were invited to speak with first, second, and third-year students at the School of Built Environment, offering valuable insights into career development, industry opportunities, and professional engagement within the energy sector.
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Committee contacts
Interested in joining the Northern Ireland YPN Committee?
We’re always looking for passionate members to help shape the future of your community. Whether you’d like to support activities or take a leadership role, we’d love to hear from you. Send a mail to [email protected] to apply.
Northern Ireland FAQs
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Be sure to follow our LinkedIn Page for all latest announcements of technical visits, membership sessions or symposiums.
We recommend for any professional starting out in the industry to apply for Associate membership; however we host a free annual membership session in February at which you can talk to EI members and EI staff to learn about what type of membership would suit you.
We are always interested in connecting with other in industry. Please contact our Chair, Aine Murray, at [email protected] to discuss how you can collaborate with us.