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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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Two scientists working at a desk
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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Photo of a heat pump
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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    Climate Action

    How You Move Matters

    • 8 Min

    Fergus Sharkey of SEAI and Professor Brian Caulfield of Trinity College Dublin recently shared ideas with broadcaster Sinead Ryan on reshaping Ireland's transportation landscape on SEAI's 180 Degrees Podcast.

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    Electric Vehicles

    My driving test in an electric car

    • Orla Grant
    • 3 Min

    We all remember our first driving test, right? The fear! Hear from Orla Grant, who took her first driving test in an electric car.

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    Home Energy Upgrades

    Switch to clean, renewable energy with a heat pump

    • Susan Andrews
    • 3 Min

    It's time to give your home an energy upgrade and switch to clean, renewable energy with a heat pump.

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    Business & Industry
    Featured

    Five things to do at the SEAI Energy Show

    • Orla Grant
    • 4 Min

    Ireland's leading B2B sustainable energy event is happening soon and you won't want to miss it.

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    Electric Vehicles

    EVs: The Burning Question

    • Shane Prendergast
    • 4 Min

    Shane Prendergast, Programme Manager for EV Charging Infrastructure & Policy and Smart Networks, highlights the clear research and evidence available which debunks the myths and false narratives around the chances of an EV catching fire.

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    Business & Industry
    Featured

    Improving the Triple E Register

    • Matthew Griffiths
    • 4 Min

    The Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland (SEAI) is implementing changes to the Triple E Register to improve the experience for vendors and purchasers alike.

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    Energy Research
    Featured

    Bringing our Behavioural Blind Spots into View

    • Ciarán Lavin
    • 6 Min

    SEAI have published a report on everyday energy behaviours of people in Ireland from December 2022 to April 2023, giving an accurate and detailed account of travel and home energy use in Ireland.

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    Business & Industry

    SEAI protects consumers by ensuring compliance with EU energy efficiency regulations

    • Tim Stokes
    • 3 Min

    SEAI's market surveillance campaign of electric motors and water pumps has discovered non-compliances with EU regulations.

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    Business & Industry
    Home Energy Upgrades

    The Cost of Retrofit

    • Dr Ciaran Byrne
    • 9 Min

    Director of National Retrofit, Dr Ciaran Byrne, discusses the
    real cost of retrofit and why communication between homeowner
    and contractor is absolutely key to understanding the project
    and managing expectations.

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    Business & Industry

    SEAI's Community Grant boosts Edmondstown Golf Club's energy credentials

    • Gabe Doran
    • 3 Min

    Edmondstown Golf Club in County Dublin boosted its energy credentials from a series of energy upgrades thanks to SEAI's Community Grant, which included solar panels, EV charging points and more.

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    Featured
    Home Energy Upgrades
    Renewable Technologies

    5 ways to get winter ready

    • Susan Andrews
    • 3 Min

    Given we will all be spending more time at home this winter, we should consider getting our homes ready for the change in seasons and drop in temperature.

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    Climate Action
    Featured

    How the Energy Label can help you while shopping

    • Gabe Doran
    • 4 Min

    Purchase the most energy-efficient products and save on costs and energy consumption

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    Energy Research

    "Stat Chat" - Ireland's 2023 Halftime Scorecard

    • Lee Carroll
    • 4 Min

    See how Ireland's supply and demand of electricity, gas, and oil stood in the first half of 2023, how that compares to the same period in previous years, and what it can tell us about current energy and emission trends.

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    Climate Action

    "Stat Chat" - Getting Animated about Energy

    • Lee Carroll
    • 3 Min

    If you get as 'animated' about sustainable energy as we do in SEAI, then you'll enjoy watching our new series of 'micro-videos' that help secondary school students understand key questions on climate change

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    Home Energy Upgrades

    Upgrade your heating controls

    • Susan Andrews
    • 2 Min

    What is the best way to save money in the home? Home heating controls
    grants are a great way to help.

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    Energy Research

    Stat Chat - Credit Where Credit is Due

    • Lee Carroll
    • 4 Min

    Statisticians in SEAI show how electricity account credits and VAT reductions have stopped the effective price of electricity into Irish homes from doubling

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