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IrelandRetrofitting in Ireland: the 2026 Report
Ireland has never spent more on home energy upgrades, never completed more of them, and never been further behind on the one number that actually counts. This is what the 2026 data says — and what it means for the people doing the work. This report is part of our ongoing commitment to analyse retrofitting in Ireland. […]
Jackie De Burca · 8/12/2026
PodcastsS4, E22: Ireland’s Retrofit Race — with Dr. Ciarán Byrne (SEAI)
Ireland’s Retrofit Race with Dr. Ciarán Byrne (SEAI) How Ireland is making homes warmer, cheaper to run, and lower-carbon—at real scale—and what you should actually do first. Ireland’s Retrofit Race Ireland set out to decarbonise its housing by upgrading existing homes—insulation first, fossil heating out, heat pumps and other renewables in. Dr. Ciarán Byrne from […]
Dr Ciaran Byrne · 9/12/2025
RetrofittingTop Countries in Europe for Retrofitting Buildings
Top Countries in Europe for Retrofitting Buildings Buildings worldwide use over 25% of global energy, leading to huge greenhouse gas emissions. To hit Net Zero by 2050, we need to upgrade hundreds of millions of buildings. This is a big task for Europe’s top countries in retrofitting buildings1. The construction sector is a big user […]
Jackie De Burca · 2/2/2025
RetrofittingThe Health Benefits of Retrofitting Your Home
The Health Benefits of Retrofitting Your Home Retrofitting your home can greatly improve your health. It can lower the risk of respiratory diseases and boost your wellbeing. This is crucial for a greener, more energy-efficient home1. By retrofitting, you make your home healthier and more eco-friendly, which is vital for those who care about the […]
Jackie De Burca · 1/21/2025
IrelandRetrofitting in Ireland in 2025 and Beyond
Retrofitting in ireland in 2025 Retrofitting in Ireland in 2025 and beyond is a combination of up-to-date facts about the topic along with some audio clips taken from a podcast episode that features Dr. Ciaran Byrne, the Director of National Retrofit at the Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland (SEAI). You can also hear the full […]
Jackie De Burca · 1/20/2025
PodcastsS3, E22: Cavity Wall Insulation: A Hidden Crisis With Damian Mercer of Cavity Extraction
S3, E22: Cavity Wall Insulation: A Hidden Crisis With Damian Mercer of Cavity Extraction “The real problems we have with cavity wall insulation is it’s been installed in the wrong geographical locations, in the wrong type of housing stock.” – Damian Mercer As featured in the Times Newspaper LISTEN BELOW TO THIS EPISODE Cavity Wall […]
Damian mercer · 12/2/2024
Built EnvironmentS3, E5 Dr Ciaran Byrne, Director, S.E.A.I. on Ireland's Retrofitting Success Stories, Challenges & Opportunities
S3, E5: Dr Ciaran Byrne, Director, SEAI on Ireland’s Retrofitting Success Stories, Challenges and Opportunities In this enlightening episode of the Constructive Voices Podcast, Jackie De Burca talks to Dr. Ciaran Byrne, the Director of National Retrofit in Ireland. He offers invaluable insights into the country’s experience to date and the future of retrofitting in […]
Dr Ciaran Byrne · 6/11/2024
Net ZeroSustainable Retrofitting: Upgrading Existing Buildings for Energy Efficiency
Welcome to our article on sustainable retrofitting, an essential process for upgrading existing buildings to minimize their environmental impact and maximize energy efficiency. Sustainable retrofitting involves making eco-friendly refurbishments and energy-saving upgrades that reduce carbon emissions and tackle climate change. Let’s dive into the details of what sustainable retrofitting is, how it works, and the […]
Jackie De Burca · 8/8/2023
PodcastsEpisode 23: Brian Berry, the Chief Executive of the FMB Talks Retrofitting
Henry McDonald interviews Brian Berry, the Chief Executive of the FMB, to explore the future of Retrofitting UK homes. Retrofitting your home involves taking energy upgrade measures to improve the energy efficiency of the building, reducing both to your energy bills and your carbon emissions. Henry discusses what we can do to make our homes […]
Jackie De Burca · 2/4/2022
Construction NewsNet Zero Carbon, a huge retrofit and Salix funding: An Introduction to the Wolfson College Decarbonisation Process
<p>Bill Watts, Senior Partner at Max Fordham, writes about the Net Zero Carbon and retrofitting case study at Wolfson College, Oxford. </p> <p>The post <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.ukgbc.org/news/max-fordham-wolfson-college-retrofit%e2%80%af/">Net Zero Carbon, a huge retrofit and Salix funding: An Introduction to the Wolfson College Decarbonisation Process </a> appeared first on <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.ukgbc.org">UKGBC - UK Green Building Council</a>.</p>
admin · 9/1/2021
Construction NewsThe Importance of Retrofitting in Advancing Net Zero
<p>Architect and UKGBC Sustainability Consultant Antonia Khayatt discusses retrofitting and the Build Upon2 programme. </p> <p>The post <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.ukgbc.org/news/the-importance-of-retrofitting-in-advancing-net-zero/">The Importance of Retrofitting in Advancing Net Zero</a> appeared first on <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.ukgbc.org">UKGBC - UK Green Building Council</a>.</p>
admin · 8/23/2021