Dr. John Gallagher
Assistant Professor, Civil Struct & Env. Eng.
Biography
Position: Assistant Professor in Environmental Systems Modelling, School of Engineering, Trinity College Dublin, the University of Dublin. Experience: Design and assessment of passive air pollution control systems using life cycle assessment to generate low-carbon and resource efficient conclusions without negative consequences i.e. aligning with circular economy goals. Approach: Delivering innovative solutions to current environmental and energy challenges and problem solving using the 3M technique (Measurement, Modelling and Mitigation). Activity: Co-investigator on several National and European projects: two INTERREG projects, and one Horizon2020, Erasmus+, SEAI and EPA project on air pollution, energy efficiency/recovery measurement and circular economy solutions. Teaching: Delivered lectures and workshops on undergraduate and postgraduate programmes across Europe. Dissemination & Collaboration: Actively disseminating research through social and public media outlets. International research and industry sector collaborations: air, energy, water and construction.
Publications and Further Research Outputs
Peer-Reviewed Publications
Perillo H., Broderick B.M., Gill L.W., McNabola A., Kumar P., Gallagher J., Spatiotemporal representativeness of air pollution monitoring in Dublin, Ireland, Science of the Total Environment, 827, (154299), 2022, p1-27
Considine B, Kumar P, Gallagher J, McNabola A., A numerical analysis of particulate matter control technology integrated with HVAC system inlet design and implications on energy consumption, Building & Environment, 211, (108726), 2022, p1 - 16
Kemi Adeyeye, John Gallagher, Aonghus McNabola, Helena M. Ramos, Paul Coughlan, Socio-Technical Viability Framework for Micro Hydropower in Group Water-Energy Schemes, Energies, 14, (14), 2021, p4222
Feehan, A., Nagpal, H., Marvuglia, A., Gallagher, J., Adopting an integrated building energy simulation and life cycle assessment framework for the optimisation of facades and fenestration in building envelopes, Journal of Building Engineering, 43, 2021
C. Devereux, J. Coscia, K. Adeyeye, J. Gallagher, Energy security to safeguard community water services in rural Ireland: Opportunities and challenges for solar photovoltaics, Sustainable Energy Technologies and Assessments, 47, 2021, p101377
Zhang, N., Wang, H., Gallagher, J., Song, Q., Tam, V.W.Y. & Duan, H., A dynamic analysis of the global warming potential associated with air conditioning at a city scale: an empirical study in Shenzhen, China, Environmental Impact Assessment Review, 81, 2020, p106354-
Chunshui Lin, Darius Ceburnis, Wei Xu, Eimear Heffernan, Stig Hellebust, John Gallagher, Ru-Jin Huang, Colin O'Dowd, Jurgita Ovadnevaite, Supplementary material to "The impact of traffic on air quality in Ireland: insights from simultaneous kerbside and sub-urban monitoring of submicron aerosols", 2020
Ueda, T., Roberts, E.S., Norton, A., Styles, D., Williams, A.P., Ramos, H.M. & Gallagher, J. , A life cycle assessment of the construction phase of eleven micro-hydropower installations in the UK, Journal of Cleaner Production, 218, 2019, p1 - 9
Gallagher, J., Basu, B., Browne, M., Kenna, A., McCormack, S., Pilla, F., Styles, D., Adapting Stand-Alone Renewable Energy Technologies for the Circular Economy through Eco-Design and Recycling, Journal of Industrial Ecology, 13, (1), 2019, p133 - 140
J. Gallagher, C. Lago, How parked cars affect pollutant dispersion at street level in an urban street canyon? A CFD modelling exercise assessing geometrical detailing and pollutant decay rates, Science of The Total Environment, 651, 2019, p2410--2418
Merida Garcia A., Gallagher J., McNabola A., Camacho Poyato E., Montesinos Barrios P., Rodriguez Diaz, J.A.,, Comparing the Environmental and Economic Impacts of On- or Off-grid Solar Photovoltaics with Traditional Energy Source for Rural Irrigation Systems, Renewable Energy, 140, 2019, p895 - 904
Kumar, P., Druckman, A., Gallagher, J., Gatersleben, B., Allison, S., Hoang, U., Hama, S., Tiwari, A., Sharma, A., Abhijith, K.V., Adlakha, D., McNabola, A., Astell-Burt, T., Feng, X., Skeldon, A., de Lusignan, S. & Morawska, L., Air Pollution, The nexus between air pollution, green infrastructure and human health, Environmental International, 133(A), 2019, p105181-
Crespo Chacon M., Rodriguez Diaz JA., Garcia Morillo J., Gallagher J., Coughlan P., McNabola A., Potential Energy Recovery using Micro-Hydropower Technology in Irrigation Networks: Real-World Cases Studies in the South of Spain, 3rd International EWaS (Efficient Water Systems) Conference, Greece, 27-30 June, 2, (679), MDPI, 2018, pp1-8
Carravetta, A., Fecarota, O., Ramos, H.M., Mello, M., Rodriguez-Diaz, J.A., Garcia Morillo, J., Adeyeye, K., Coughlan, P., Gallagher, J. & McNabola, A., Reducing the Energy dependency of Water Networks in Irrigation, Public Drinking Water, and Process Industry: REDAWN project, Proceedings, EWaS3 2018: The 3rd EWaS International Conference on "Insights on the Water-Energy-Food Nexus", Lefkada Island, Greece, 27-30 June 2018, 2, (11), 2018, pp681-
Gallagher J., Coughlan P., Williams AP., McNabola A., Innovating for low-carbon energy through hydropower: Enabling a conservation charity's transition to a low-carbon community, Creativity & Innovation Management, 27, 2018, p375 - 386
Jeanjean, A.P.R., Gallagher, J., Monks, P.S., Leigh, R.J., Ranking current and prospective NO
Abhijith KV, Kumar P, Gallagher J, McNabola, A, Baldauf R, Pilla F, Broderick BM, Di Sabatino S, Pulvirenti B., Air Pollution Abatement Performances of Green Infrastructure in Open Road and Built-up Street Canyon Environments - A Review, Atmospheric Environment, 162, 2017, p71 - 86
Morgan, D., Gallagher, J., Daly, T., McNabola, A, Reducing energy consumption and increasing filter life in HVAC systems using an aspiration efficiency reducer: Long-term performance assessment at full-scale, Journal of Building Engineering, 12, 2017, p267 - 274
Brady, J., Gallagher, J., Corcoran, L., Coughlan P., McNabola, A., Effects of Long-term Flow Variation on Micro-Hydropower Energy Production in Pressure Reducing Valves in Water Distribution Networks., Journal of Water Resource Planning and Management, 2016, p1-9
Gallagher J., A modelling exercise to examine variations of NOx concentrations on adjacent footpaths in a street canyon: The importance of accounting for wind conditions and fleet composition, Science of the Total Environment, 550, 2016, p1065-1074
Gallagher, J., Styles, D., McNabola, A., Williams, A.P., Inventory compilation for renewable energy systems: the pitfalls of materiality thresholds and priority impact categories using hydropower case studies, International Journal of Life Cycle Assessment, 20, (12), 2015, p1701 - 1707
Gallagher, J., Styles, D., McNabola, A., Williams, A.P., Making green technology greener: achieving a balance between carbon and resource savings through ecodesign in hydropower systems, Resources, Conservation & Recycling, 105, 2015, p11 - 17
Gallagher, J., Baldauf, R., Fuller, C., Kumar, P., Gill, L.W., McNabola, A., Passive methods for improving air quality in the built environment: A review of porous and solid barriers, Atmospheric Environment, 120, 2015, p61 - 70
Gallagher, J., Styles, D., McNabola, A., Williams, A.P., Current and future environmental balance of small scale run-of-river hydropower, Environmental Science and Technology, 49, (10), 2015, p6344 - 6351
Gallagher J, Harris IM, Packwood AJ, McNabola A, Williams AP., A strategic assessment of micro-hydropower in the UK and Irish water industry: identifying technical and economic constraints, Renewable Energy, 81, 2015, p808 - 815
Gallagher J, McNabola A, Styles D, Williams AP., Life Cycle Environmental Balance and Greenhouse Gas Mitigation Potential of Micro-hydropower Energy Recovery in the Water Industry, Journal of Cleaner Production, 99, 2015, p152 - 159
McNabola, A., Coughlan, P., Corcoran, L., Power, C., Williams. A.P., Harris, I., Gallagher, J., Styles D., Energy Recovery in the Water Industry using Micro-hydropower: An Opportunity to Improve Sustainability, Water Policy, 16, 2014, p168 - 183
McNabola A., O'Luanaigh N., Gallagher J., Gill L., The development and assessment of an aspiration efficiency reducing system of air pollution control for particulate matter in building ventilation systems, Energy and Buildings, 61, 2013, p177-184
Gallagher J., Gill L.W., McNabola A., The passive control of air pollution exposure in Dublin, Ireland: A combined measurement and modelling case study, Science of the Total Environment, 458-460, 2013, p331 - 343
Gallagher, J., Gill, L.W., McNabola, A., Numerical modelling of the passive control of air pollution in asymmetrical urban street canyons using refined mesh discretization schemes, Building and Environment, 56, 2012, p232 - 240
Gallagher J.,Gill L.W., McNabola A., Optimizing the use of on-street car parking system as a passive control of air pollution exposure in street canyons by large eddy simulation, Atmospheric Environment, 45, (9), 2011, p1684 - 1694
Non-Peer-Reviewed Publications
Gallagher, J. & McNabola, A. , Mapping Research Excellence and Capacity at EU level for the Horizon 2020 Topic SC5-01-2017: Exploiting the added value of climate services: From climate service concepts to piloting and proof-of-concept. 2015-CCRP-SS-4, Environmental Protection Agency, 2016
Gallagher, J., Styles, D. & Chadwick, D., Evaluating the efficacy of Glastir Efficiency Grant Schemes from 2014 to 2016: a review of carbon and ammonia emissions across the Welsh livestock sector, Welsh Government, 2016
Gallagher, J. & McNabola, A., Mapping Research Excellence and Capacity at EU level for Horizon 2020 Topic CIRC-02-2016-2017: Water in the Context of the Circular Economy. 2015-W-SS 20 SSS 2.2. The next generation of water systems and services - large scale demonstration projects, Environmental Protection Agency, 2015
Research Expertise
Description
My research interests and expertise focuses upon the delivery of innovative solutions to current environmental and energy challenges. I aim to ensure that my results/solutions do not have consequential impacts by looking towards the future as well as examining results from the past. This approach is considered in my research of passive air pollution controls, low carbon and resource efficient system design and innovation in the delivery of technological solutions for energy efficient systems. I approach research problems using the 3M Model (Measurement, Modelling and Mitigation), and use my experience in life cycle assessment and the circular economy to generate conclusions without negative consequences.Projects
- Title
- WOW! Wider business Opportunities for raw materials from Wastewater
- Summary
- The WOW project aims to create a transition in the URBAN WATER CYCLE: from a linear approach which ends up as sewage, to a circular approach in which raw materials from sewage are recycled for biobased products. This reduces CO2-emmissions and use of natural resources. WOW! revealed market potential and interest in the 5 products which will be produced: PHA (a completely biodegradable bioplastic), bio-oil, acetic acid, biochar & biodiesel. Currently 2 Memoranda of Understanding (MOU) are signed by end-users interested in our products & techniques, and 4 in the process of getting signed. A resolution on removing legal barriers for circular use of raw materials from sewage was accepted by the North Sea Commission (covering more than 150 coastal regions) and discussed with EC in relation to harmonising EU law on circular economy and sewage.
- Funding Agency
- European Regional Development Fund
- Date From
- 01/09/2021
- Date To
- 31/12/2023
- Title
- STATION-AIR: Investigating the impacts of urban railway STATION hubs on AIR quality in its environs
- Summary
- The overall objective of the STATION-AIR project is to support the effective management and mitigation of air pollution in the environs of large urban railways hubs in Ireland. To meet this objective the following specific objectives are proposed: i) compile and review the available information on best international practice for the assessment and management of air quality arising from large urban railway hubs; ii) apply this best practice to the Irish context considering several detailed case studies and pilot sites; iii) provide an assessment of the impact of large railway hubs in Ireland on localised air quality in residential and urban areas; and iv) develop recommendations for the mitigation of air pollution emissions contributing to transport related air pollution (TRAP) in the environs of urban railway hubs.
- Funding Agency
- Environmental Projection Agency, Department of Transport
- Date From
- 31/03/2022
- Date To
- 31/09/2025
- Title
- GOGREEN ROUTES: Resilient Optimal Urban natural, Technological and Environmental Solutions
- Summary
- GOGREEN ROUTES delivers a focus on 360-Health, building upon the reciprocal benefits gained from human-nature interactions, sustainable physical activity, engaged citizen science and pro-environmental behaviour. GOGREEN ROUTES will initiate a process of solution conceptions which will impact well beyond the timescale of the project. Individual behaviour and lifestyle choices contribute greatly to natural capital, ecosystem conversion and biodiversity loss. These impacts are projected to worsen as the size and wealth of the global urban population continues to increase. Thus, opening minds to a new wealth of possible solutions are essential for addressing health and environmental challenges. Urban green space is associated with a wide-range of health indicators explained by a) mitigation (e.g. improved environmental quality (EQ)), b) psychological benefits (e.g. increased resilience), c) enriched biodiversity (e.g. enhanced immune function), e) safety and social cohesion and f) increased physical activity.
- Funding Agency
- European Commission
- Date From
- 01/04/20
- Date To
- 31/07/24
- Title
- Distributing our Water Resources: Utilising Integrated, Smart and low-Carbon Energy (DWR UISCE)
- Summary
- Project Website: www.DWR-UISCE.eu Twitter:@Dwr_Uisce Improving the efficiency of water distribution in Ireland and Wales is at the core of the project ethos. This wil lbe achieved by developing new low carbon, energy-saving technologies and services. We will trial energy recovery technologies (micro-hydropower, drain water heat recovery and smart network controls) at several demonstration sites in both countries before being launched on the market. We will build a capacity for innovation in the water industry through our cluster of organisations interested in sustainability in the water-energy nexus.
- Funding Agency
- European Regional Development Fund
- Date From
- 01/09/16
- Date To
- 31/02/23
- Title
- Analysis of Packaging Waste Generation and Measurement (Re-Wrapped)
- Summary
- The aim of this study is to critically compare alternative methodologies from across the EU for the compilation of packaging waste statistics. To determine the reliability and comparability of these methodologies based on the point of collection, the accuracy of accounting and the influence of the behaviour of producers and households.
- Funding Agency
- Environmental Protection Agency
- Date From
- 01/04/19
- Date To
- 31/03/21
- Title
- Co-I: Reducing Energy Consumption in Air Filtration Systems (RECAFS)
- Summary
- This project aims to advance new technology aimed at reducing the energy consumption of HVAC systems up to 40% through the addition of new sustainable air pollution control technology reducing the loading of particulate matter on HVAC filters.
- Funding Agency
- Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland
- Date From
- 01/04/19
- Date To
- 31/03/22
- Title
- Reducing Energy Dependency in Atlantic area Water Networks (REDAWN)
- Summary
- Project Website: www.REDAWN.eu Twitter: @RedawnAA Significant potential currently exists to save energy, reduce costs and minimise environmental impacts in European water networks by improving the energy efficiency of water suppliers and users in the region. REDAWN will develop both the technology and policy to realise this potential, and generate understanding to help overcome any technological, institutional and social barriers to exploitation. The project aims to develop an adequate institutional, social and technological environment to foster greater resource efficiency in water networks including irrigation, public water supply, waste and storm water, and process industry. It will adopt next-gen micro-hydropower energy recovery technology in built water networks in the Atlantic Area, including in Ireland, France, Spain, Portugal and the United Kingdom.
- Funding Agency
- European Research Development Fund
- Date From
- 01/09/17
- Date To
- 31/08/20
- Title
- LCA of Traditional & New Construction of Residential Projects in Dublin
- Summary
- The aim of this study is to quantify the embodied carbon, energy and resources of buildings components used in residential developments in Dublin. The study was undertaken for Dublin City Architects to inform their Departmental working group on future directions for low-carbon and resource efficient construction. The findings are intended to inform the design decisions and choices in materials by City Architects in their projects going forward.
- Funding Agency
- Dublin City Council
- Date From
- 01/06/19
- Date To
- 31/09/19
- Title
- A Market Assessment for an Innovative HVAC inlet component that reduces energy demand and extends filter lifespan in a HVAC system
- Funding Agency
- Enterprise Ireland
- Date From
- 01/04/19
- Date To
- 30/06/19
- Title
- Natural Ventilation Innovations
- Summary
- This funding supports preliminary research and preparatory work for an upcoming ERC proposal submission in October 2019
- Funding Agency
- Enterprise Ireland
- Date From
- 23/01/19
- Date To
- 22/10/19
- Title
- Improving the Smart Control of Air Pollution in Europe (iSCAPE)
- Summary
- Website: www.iSCAPEproject.eu Twitter:iSCAPE_project The iSCAPE project works on integrating and advancing the control of air quality and carbon emissions in European cities in the context of climate change through the development of sustainable and passive air pollution remediation strategies, policy interventions and behavioural change initiatives. It tackles the problem of reducing air pollution impacts, focusing on the use of "Passive Control Systems" in urban spaces, on policy intervention and behavioural changes of citizens lifestyle. Projections and real-world physical interventions will be applied on the urban tissue in the selected cities assessed for future climate change scenarios and representative of different cultural & lifestyles in Europe. Improving the Smart Control of Air Pollution in Europe.
- Funding Agency
- European Commission
- Date From
- 01/09/16
- Date To
- 31/08/19
- Title
- AER project
- Funding Agency
- Enterprise Ireland
- Date From
- 2015
- Date To
- 2016
- Title
- Hydro-BPT - Towards a More Sustainable System of Water Supply in Ireland and Wales: Exploring Opportunities for Hydropower in Break Pressure Tanks
- Summary
- This project will advance the sustainability of the process of water supply in Ireland and Wales by exploiting the potential for energy recovery that exists at Break Pressure Tanks (BPTs). Water supply is a core service on which civilised society depends and it involves considerable energy consumption and CO2 emissions (water treatment, pumping and monitoring).
- Funding Agency
- European Regional Development Fund
- Date From
- 2011
- Date To
- 2015
- Title
- An investigation of the passive control of air pollution in the urban environment
- Summary
- This was a doctoral research project to advance the knowledge and understanding of the potential and performance of passive forms of air pollution mitigation in the built environment. This required a combination of air pollution measurement and modelling studies and the development of advanced knowledge of air flow and pollutant dispersion in an urban street canyon environment. https://youtu.be/-VgnDOAOKCo
- Funding Agency
- HEA
- Date From
- 01/11/08
- Date To
- 31/10/12
Recognition
Representations
NSAI Committee on Circular Economy (TC048/SC29/WG02)
External Examiner
Awards and Honours
Second Place - Horizon Prize on Materials for Clean Air (European Commission)
Professional Award in Development for Future Research Leaders in Wales
Memberships
ESAI (Environmental Science Association of Ireland) Communications Officer