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Emer Conway, pictured on the left, is the Kildare SEC Mentor
Communities

A day in the life of a Sustainable Energy Community (SEC) Mentor

  • Emer Conway
  • 6 Min

Find out what is a typical day for an SEC Mentor in County Kildare.

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Energy Research

SEAI’s National Energy Research Development and Demonstration Funding Call now open for applications

  • Orla Grant
  • 5 Min

Ireland’s journey toward a clean, secure energy future depends on one key driver: innovation. Apply to our Open Call 2026.

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Aerial view of solar panels on roof at Bellurgan Precision Engineering Ltd.
Business & Industry

Why did Bellurgan Precision Engineering Ltd. get an energy audit?

  • Robert Caldwell
  • 4 Min

Manufacturing firm Bellurgan Precision applied for SEAI's Support Scheme for Energy Audits (SSEA) to meet one of their sustainability goals.

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The winners of the SEAI Energy Awards 2025 holding their trophies and smiling.
Business & Industry

Are you one of Ireland’s sustainable energy leaders?

  • Orla Grant
  • 3 Min

Find out why you should apply for the SEAI Energy Awards 2026.

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Two scientists working at a desk
Energy Research

SEAI awarded €20.5 million in 2025 for 34 new research projects

  • 3 Min

34 cutting-edge energy research projects and fellowships were awarded €20.5 million in Government funding as part of the 2025 SEAI National Energy Funding Programme.

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Renewable Technologies
Home Energy Upgrades

What's a heat pump and is my home eligible?

  • Kim Buckley
  • 2 Min

A major update to Ireland’s energy efficiency supports has arrived, and it’s good news for homeowners. The heat pump grant has more than doubled, now offering up to €12,500 to help households switch to clean, efficient heating. Here is a simple guide to what’s changed, who qualifies, and how to know if your home is heat-pump ready.

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A contractor installing commercial solar PV
Renewable Technologies

Thinking about developing a renewable energy project in Ireland?

  • Rasika Mhetre
  • 3 Min

SEAI’s Single Point of Contact for Renewable Energy Consenting can provide guidance on the consenting process.

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Kara English with her students
Climate Action

Celebrating 'Women in Energy'

  • Kim Buckley
  • 4 Min

Women are changing the game when it comes to innovation in sustainable energy. From energy research, to engineering and policy, women are leading the way in delivering Ireland’s energy revolution.

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Windows and doors
Home Energy Upgrades

Is your home ready for the new windows and doors grant? Here's what you need to know

  • Kim Buckley
  • 5 Min

A new package of energy‑efficiency grants has just been announced, including, for the first time, a standalone grant specifically for windows and doors. That means you no longer need to commit to a full home energy upgrade to access support. You can simply apply for the upgrades you need.

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EV's charging equipment
Electric Vehicles

There has never been a better time to buy an EV

  • Ruth Buggie
  • 4 Min

The new year is a time when a lot of people consider buying a new car. With savings on running costs and a grant from SEAI towards the purchase of your vehicle, many are now choosing to make the switch to electric.

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    Decarbonising Ireland Home and Business Heating

    • Jim Scheer
    • 6 Min

    As we plot our path to reduce carbon emissions from our use of heat in Ireland, policy design needs to grapple with some complex issues before broadscale change can be affected.

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    Women Blazing a Trail in the Irish Energy Sector: Patricia Comiskey

    • Nóirín Byrne
    • 3 Min

    Today and everyday we celebrate women in energy at the cutting edge of Ireland's clean energy transition

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    Women Blazing a Trail in the Irish Energy Sector: Dr. Lucy Corcoran

    • Nóirín Byrne
    • 4 Min

    Today and everyday we celebrate women in energy at the cutting edge of Ireland's clean energy transition

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    Women Blazing a Trail in the Irish Energy Sector: Sharon McManus

    • Nóirín Byrne
    • 4 Min

    Today and everyday we celebrate women in energy at the cutting edge of Ireland's clean energy transition

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    Climate Action

    Women Blazing a Trail in the Irish Energy Sector: Aine Macken

    • Nóirín Byrne
    • 5 Min

    Today and every day, we celebrate women in energy at the cutting edge of Ireland's clean energy transition

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    Women Blazing a Trail in the Irish Energy Sector

    • Nóirín Byrne
    • 3 Min

    To celebrate International Women's Day we will be featuring women in the Irish energy sector who are contributing daily to Ireland's clean energy transition.

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    Business & Industry
    Communities

    Bocan Community Creche Take Climate Action

    • Nóirín Byrne
    • 2 Min

    Bocan community creche is fully committed to sustainable energy which results in reduced creche costs for local families across the Culdaff area of Co. Donegal

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    Climate Action
    Energy Research

    Generation Renewable: decarbonising our national electricity & gas grids

    • Dr. Phil Hemmingway
    • 3 Min

    Major targets called out in Climate Action Plan include achieving 70% renewables on the electricity grid by 2030

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    Electric Vehicles

    Home-charger a 'game changer' for EV's

    • Nóirín Byrne
    • 3 Min

    An electric vehicle is low maintenance, cheaper to run and
    good for the environment. Hear from Derek, an EV drvier, show
    also recently installed his own EV home charger.

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    Climate Action
    Business & Industry
    Communities

    Time for giant steps

    • Tom Halpin
    • 4 Min

    Tom Halpin writes that now is the time to take giant steps in our sustainable energy journey

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    Musgrave's continuing commitment to climate action through the Large Industry Energy Network

    • Nóirín Byrne
    • 2 Min

    Sustainability is a key focus for the food wholesaler who have
    been working on their sustainability plan to reduce energy
    consumption by a further 20% by the end of 2020.

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    Electric Vehicles

    Electric Taxi Man Powering A Green Revolution in Healthcare

    • Nóirín Byrne
    • 3 Min

    Donegal taxi-man provides vital service to his local community
    by transporting renal dialysis patients to and from
    Letterkenny University Hospital for treatment.

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    Communities

    Kilanerin Sustainable Energy Community

    • Karen Finigan
    • 3 Min

    What climate action can you take in your community?

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    Energy Research

    Your pension and the environment

    • Karl Purcell
    • 6 Min

    Karl Purcell examines what energy policy makers can learn
    from pension auto-enrolment.

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    Home Energy Upgrades

    BER Checklist

    • Sinead Doran
    • 4 Min

    Preparing for your BER Assessment, a Homeowner's Checklist

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    Home Energy Upgrades

    A handy guide to BER

    • Nóirín Byrne
    • 3 Min

    Your guide to BER. How energy efficient is your home?

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