Pete Murtagh

Pete Murtagh is an experienced professional in environmental management and climate action, currently serving as the Energy Efficiency & Climate Action Officer at Sligo County Council since April 2005. In this role, Pete focuses on enhancing energy awareness and implementing climate initiatives across various sections of the local authority. Previous positions include Water Safety Development Officer, Environmental Awareness Officer, and Waste Enforcement Officer at Sligo County Council, alongside serving as an Ordinary member of the National Divisional Executive Committee for IMPACT Trade Union from May 2011 to April 2013. Earlier career experience includes roles as Environmental Enforcement Officer at Mayo Co. Co. and Environmental Engineer at Basta Parsons Ltd. Pete Murtagh holds a B.Sc. in Environmental Science, a Post Graduate Diploma in Environmental Protection, and additional qualifications in compost facility operation and employment law from IT Sligo and FETAC.