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As we race against time in our efforts to address climate change, Margie McCarthy, Director of Research and Policy Insights draws on insights from SEAI’s analysis, including the National Heat Study, to discuss how HVO (Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil) can most effectively contribute to Ireland’s energy transition.

Old and inefficient oil or gas boilers can be wasteful of energy and costly to run, as well as having a negative impact on our environment. Now is the perfect time to think about upgrading your heating system and making your home more suitable for an energy-efficient, environmentally friendly option, like a heat pump.

Irish summer has arrived, with sunshine and (a little) less rain - why aren't we all riding our bikes?

New webpages on the SEAI website help users to visualise definitive annual energy data from the National Energy Balance.

Head of Mobility and Smart Networks at SEAI, Ruth Buggie, joined Andrea Gilligan on Newstalk to discuss smart meters.

Ruth shares her own experience of learning about smart meters and managing her energy use at home.

Dr. Ciaran Byrne, Director of National Retrofit and a member
of the Executive Leadership Team at SEAI was a guest on The
Last Word with Matt Cooper on Today FM to discuss the
benefits and barriers of upgrading the energy efficiency of
your home. Below we have summarised a few of the items
discussed.

You've done your research, talked to a few people about their experiences and decided you want that level of comfort in your home. You're ready to get a heat pump. What's next?

A new report from SEAI helps illustrate key details of Ireland's energy supply in 2023 and the security of that supply.

Tom, from SEAI, shares his reasons for switching over to a heat pump in his home.

Interested in learning more about the 'value' of a home retrofit and why it should outweigh the cost, especially when it comes to the lifetime benefits you can expect.

Thinking of purchasing an EV? Hear from Fergus, who bought his first EV in 2023. Get an honest, practical and balanced view of what it's like to make the switch and drive an EV as the family car for last 12 months.

New statutory instruments recently added to the Irish statute
books enhance SEAI's legal basis to collect energy data - find
out why that's good news for enhancing trust in Ireland's
national energy conversation.

Are you getting solar photovoltaic (PV) panels installed at your home? Have you asked all the necessary questions of your solar PV Company and/or Installer? If in doubt, check this out.

Here are five good reasons to apply for the SEAI Energy Awards 2024.

By taking the lead in embracing sustainable energy practices, the public sector not only helps to mitigate climate change but also inspires citizens and businesses to join the movement towards a sustainable future.