Christine Coonick (MSC) (MIET)

Technical Director, Wadebridge Renewable Energy Network

Chris has been involved with the Wadebridge Renewable Energy Network (WREN) ever since she moved to Cornwall in 2014. An industry recognised and well-respected specialist with over 10 years’ experience in the field of solar photovoltaics (PV) and associated smart and flexible technologies, she took up the role of Technical Director for WREN in 2017. As a STEM Ambassador for Cornwall, Chris is passionate about giving the next generation an opportunity for a sustainable low carbon future and encouraging women into engineering roles.

A dynamic, driven and positive person, with extensive and diverse experience, from the practical delivery of designing, installing and commissioning solar power & hybrid systems for the International aid and development market, delivering multi-disciplinary research projects and providing technical expertise for a wide variety of public and private sector clients. Chris works for the Governments innovation & research agency, Innovate UK, supporting businesses to develop next generation technologies, products and processes, that make a positive difference in the built environment. Chris brings her passion for pushing boundaries to WREN and is currently leading their Energy Equality project, a feasibility study of a local P2P energy market that can support the development of new community owned renewable energy assets whilst alleviating fuel poverty.