News & Media

• 14 December 2022

Ireland’s energy-related CO2 emissions heading in wrong direction

Energy in Ireland report shows that Ireland’s energy-related CO2 emissions increased by 5.4% in 2021. Emissions are returning to pre-Covid levels of 2019, and further increases are anticipated based on initial data for 2022.

• 29 November 2022

200 businesses set to take part in a free Commercial Fleet Trial for electric cars and vans

Fully electric vehicles will be loaned to 200 businesses free of charge for 3 months to show how an EV can work for their business, save money and emissions

• 10 November 2022

This Black Friday - Check the Energy Label and Save

SEAI launched a new campaign to encourage consumers to check the energy label and save when buying new electrical products in the lead up to Black Friday.

• 27 October 2022

Take control of your energy use this winter with the SEAI Home Energy Plan

SEAI is encouraging people to sign up to their Home Energy Plan to help reduce the impact of rising energy costs on their household budget

• 19 October 2022

Government campaign urges people to avail of range of supports

Important that families, households and businesses know what help is available, and how, where safe and possible to do so, they can reduce their energy use and bills

• 28 September 2022

Minister Ryan launches new solar PV grants for businesses, public organisations and community groups

The Minister for the Environment, Climate and Communications, Eamon Ryan TD, has today announced new Government supports of up to €2,400 for the installation of solar PV (photovoltaic) panels – for businesses, public organisations and community groups. The new grant scheme will be administered by the SEAI (Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland).

• 15 September 2022

SEAI Podcast Season 4 Final Episodes

180 degrees is a podcast that looks at the energy choices we make when it comes to transport, our homes, business and technology. The final episodes of Season 4 feature Rachel Dempsey, founder of Full Circle Change, Professor John Sweeney, Emeritus Professor of Gepgraphy at NUI Maynooth & Dr. Lorna Gold, Environmental Activist and Author

• 15 September 2022

With fuel costs rising, SEAI has some advice to help drivers save money and emissions this summer

• 5 September 2022

SEAI data shows energy emissions rising significantly, creating major challenge for Irish society

SEAI published Ireland’s Energy Balance for 2021, which provides the complete information on Ireland’s energy use.

• 17 August 2022

New series of SEAI 180 Degrees Podcast explores the urgency of climate action with Ireland's leading climate visionaries

180 degrees is a podcast that looks at the energy choices we make when it comes to transport, our homes, business and technology. The latest season explores the challenges we face in delivering massive climate action, some interesting solutions and what the future might hold.