Sligo Park Hotel’s investment in photovoltaic (PV) solar panels estimated to cut energy bills by €25,000 a year New solar panel array covers 13,000sqft of the roof of 100-year-old hostelry Infrastructure will reduce annual CO2 emissions by 47 metric tonnes – the equivalent of planting 1,869 new trees every year Panels will make up almost 50% … Read more
In October 2024, overall gas demand in Ireland rose by 12 percent month-on-month from September, and by eight percent year-on-year when compared to October 2023, according to Gas Networks Ireland’s latest gas demand report. Gas remained a key contributor to electricity generation, providing 42 percent of Ireland’s power needs in October – slightly down from … Read more
eHeat Ireland national conference calls for Irish industry to decarbonise heating through adoption of renewable electricity Enterprise Ireland detail €350 million in grant supports for decarbonisation The third annual eHeat Ireland national conference took place at Croke Park on the 14th November, with attendees hearing an urgent call for the decarbonisation of heating in … Read more
Activ8 isn’t just celebrating; it’s setting the benchmark and calling for change. The company is proud to announce its triumph at the 2024 Deloitte Ireland’s Best Managed Companies Awards, proving that sustainability and success go hand-in-hand. This prestigious win spotlights Activ8’s exceptional growth, relentless innovation, and a company culture that sparks progress, solidifying its position … Read more
Welcome to Sustainability Week 2024 taking place from 25th September to 2nd October, organised by Shannon Chamber via its member-led Mid-West Sustainability Network. This network has been set up to support companies in their sustainability journeys and in the delivery of their sustainability goals. The ‘Week’ comprises a mix of in-person and online events. Each … Read more
North Offaly Development Fund CLG is looking for Expressions of Interest for Industrial Sites from suitable companies, investors or businesses involved in the sustainable generation, storage and/or distribution of renewable energy, who are interested in locating and developing their business at Rhode Green Energy Park. Successful applicants would have to demonstrate their willingness and potential to … Read more
Paul Murphy told the Business Post with its US headquarters opening in Boston, Climeaction has plans for five regional offices in the US within the next 18 months. Read more
As decarbonization accelerates in many parts of the world, local energy communities and consumers are assisting in the energy transition. In the Dingle Peninsula, Dublin-based non-profit energy R&D institute EPRI Europe and four other Irish institutions are leading a pilot that is testing tools to assist in the reliability, flexibility, and security of the local … Read more
Gas Networks Ireland today announced that Irish Tar & Bitumen Suppliers (“Irish Tar”) is the first company in its industry to switch from powering parts of its operations with heavy fuel oil (HFO) to using a combination of both natural and renewable gas – significantly reducing their carbon emissions by almost one third, overnight. Over … Read more
IFAT Munich, taking place in the Munich exhibition halls from May 13 to 17, 2024, will feature top-class speakers, more international exhibitors, and a varied and exciting event program. At the world’s leading trade fair for water, sewage, waste and raw materials management, visitors can expect innovative environmental technologies, flanked by panel discussions, expert lectures, … Read more