Assistant Secretary, Department of the Environment, Climate and Communications, Ireland

Biography

Mr Collins is the Assistant Secretary leading the Energy function at the Department of Environment, Climate, and Communications. He is responsible for policy across energy regulations, renewable energy, energy decarbonisation, energy efficiency, and energy security, with the aim of ensuring a secure, competitive, and sustainable energy system. Matthew joined the Department in 2016, having worked previously in the Departments of Health, Environment and Local Government, Foreign Affairs, Finance, as well as in the Communications Division and Natural Resources and Waste Policy function of the Department. Mr Collins served as Chair of iCRAG’s Phase 1 Governance Committee for over five years providing expert guidance to ensure the strategic success of the Centre.