Climate talks end with baby steps when we need a giant leap
Communities and campaigners now leading the transformation as “leaders” trail The COP24 climate summit came to an end this weekend, … Read more
SEAI REPORT HIGHLIGHTS URGENT NEED TO REDUCE RELIANCE ON FOSSIL FUELS
SEAI REPORT HIGHLIGHTS URGENT NEED TO REDUCE RELIANCE ON FOSSIL FUELS Energy demand rose 0.5% in 2017, as economy grew … Read more
Public bodies have saved over €1 billion on energy spend
The report evaluated 331 public bodies and 2,279 schools, representing an annual energy spend of €608 million. The report shows … Read more
Lights switched off at motorway junctions in bid to cut electricity bill by €1m a year
Authority says removal of surplus lighting reduces carbon emissions and saves money Lighting has been dimmed, or turned off … Read more
Ireland to reap benefits from €84m European renewable energy fund
The European Investment Bank has announced plans to pump €84m into a European-wide renewable energy development, including Ireland. Ireland … Read more
ABP’s Olleco on Shortlist for Davos Sustainability Award
ABP’s renewable division, Olleco, has been shortlisted for a prestigious “Circular” sustainability award for its development of a circular economy … Read more
Volkswagen: Nothing but electric from 2026 onwards
VW pledges that its last internal combustion engine will be launched in 2026, as VW Ireland announces a BIK-special electric … Read more
DataCentres Ireland, Heralded a Success by all involved
DataCentres Ireland delivered over 1600 attendees, which is a10% growth and the largest attendance in the events history. The tone … Read more
SSE Airtricity, Microsoft and SEAI partner to deliver an innovative energy efficiency and education project for Collinstown Park Community College
SSE Airtricity and Microsoft, together with the support of government grants from SEAI, have initiated an innovative low-carbon community engagement … Read more
Government Announces First Successful projects under Round One of €500 million Climate Action Fund
7 major climate change projects to share €77 million government funding, leveraging a total investment of €300 million in round … Read more