SEAI Energise Fellowship 2025, Ireland

SEAI Energise Fellowship Programme 2025 

The Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland (SEAI) presents the Energise Fellowship Programme 2025, an excellent opportunity for postdoctoral and experienced researchers committed to advancing sustainable energy.

This program provides financial support, hands-on policy experience, and academic development through fellowships hosted by Irish universities and SEAI’s headquarters in Dublin. It’s ideal for those looking to strengthen their careers in clean energy research and policy-making.

Location: Ireland
Level: Postdoctoral Fellowship
Field of Study: Sustainable Energy Transitions
Eligibility: Open to International Students
Funding Type: Partial Funding
Application Deadline:
12:00 PM (Irish Standard Time), Wednesday, May 14, 2025

Why Apply?

• Career Growth: Ideal for transitioning from academia to the public or private energy sector

• Funded Research: Secure partial funding to conduct impactful research

• Policy Influence: Contribute directly to Ireland’s national energy strategies

• Sustainable Focus: Advance your work in alignment with SEAI’s clean energy goals

Fellowship Categories

1. Academic Fellowships

Designed for early-stage postdoctoral researchers to lead projects within Irish academic institutions. These fellowships support researcher-led proposals on clean energy and sustainability.

2. SEAI-Based Fellowships

These are hosted at SEAI’s Dublin office, with fellows working on specific, policy-relevant topics.

Topics for 2025 include:

• Innovation frameworks for Ireland’s clean energy transition

• Measuring the costs and benefits of energy programmes

• Evaluating programme outcomes using qualitative methods

• Using behavioral science to influence energy choices

• Protecting vulnerable households from fossil fuel price spikes

Degree Level

This programme is available for Fellowship-level research (Postdoctoral or equivalent).

Subjects Available

• Sustainable Energy Transitions

Fellowship Benefits

• Professional Development: Gain skills for roles in government, industry, or NGOs

• Research Recognition: Funding awarded in your name

• Policy Integration: Engage directly with national policy-making processes

• Sustainability Impact: Contribute to real-world energy transitions

Eligible Nationalities

Open to applicants of all nationalities who meet the eligibility criteria.

Eligibility Criteria

• Academic Background:

  • Must have a PhD or equivalent research experience

  • Open to postdoctoral or experienced researchers

• Institutional Affiliation:

  • Must be supported by a recognized Irish third-level educational institution

  • A support letter is required

• Research Focus:

  • Should align with SEAI’s RDD (Research, Development & Demonstration) goals

  • Must focus on clean energy transition or policy impact

• Residency Requirement:

  • SEAI-Based Fellows must work from the SEAI office in Dublin

• Language Proficiency:

  • All applicants must be proficient in English

• Compliance:

  • Must follow SEAI’s research ethics and data policies

Key Dates

How to Apply

1. Visit the PEP Application Portal (opens in late March 2025)

2. Prepare all required documents including your proposal and institutional support letter

3. Review the SEAI Energise Fellowship 2025 call document for detailed guidance

4. Submit your completed application before May 14, 2025

Final Thoughts

The SEAI Energise Fellowship Programme 2025 is a transformative opportunity for researchers committed to energy innovation and sustainability. Whether you’re aiming to build a research career or transition into policy or industry roles, this fellowship offers funding, support, and access to impactful projects that shape the future of clean energy.