Declan O'cleirigh
About Declan O'cleirigh
Declan O'Cleirigh serves as the Vice President of Planning & Analysis at LCRA, where he focuses on managing generation assets and power supply contracts. He has extensive experience in the energy sector, having held various roles at LCRA and other companies over several decades.
Current Role at LCRA
Declan O'cleirigh currently serves as the Vice President of Planning & Analysis at LCRA, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he focuses on managing generation assets and power supply contracts, ensuring effective oversight of energy resources. His responsibilities include developing strategies that align with the organization's objectives in energy management and financial analysis.
Previous Experience at LCRA
Declan O'cleirigh has an extensive history with LCRA, where he worked in various capacities from 1997 to 2022. His roles included Senior Environmental Coordinator, Senior Environmental Engineer, Manager of Structuring, and Director of Structuring & Fundamental Analysis. His tenure at LCRA spanned over 15 years, during which he contributed to multiple projects related to energy analysis and environmental management.
Professional Background
Before joining LCRA, Declan O'cleirigh worked at Americhem as a Quality Control Analyst from 1989 to 1991 and at Roy F. Weston, Inc. as an Associate Project Engineer from 1993 to 1997. He also gained experience as an Associate Chartered Public Accountant at Deloitte Haskins & Sells in Dublin, Ireland, from 1979 to 1982. This diverse background has equipped him with a broad skill set applicable to energy analysis and project management.
Education and Expertise
Declan O'cleirigh holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Geology with minors in Math and Computer Science from University College Dublin, which he completed from 1982 to 1986. He furthered his education at Texas A&M University, earning a Master of Science degree in Civil Engineering from 1991 to 1993. His academic background supports his expertise in power portfolio valuation and financial analysis of energy assets.
Focus on Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG)
In his current role at LCRA, Declan O'cleirigh develops strategies for Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) programs. His work in this area reflects a commitment to integrating sustainable practices within the organization, aligning energy management with broader social and environmental responsibilities.