In Ireland, achieving energy efficiency in buildings is a legal requirement. Part L of the Building Regulations, established by the Department of Housing, Local Government, and Heritage, sets the standards for energy performance and conservation in both new and existing buildings. Part L is sometimes also referred to as nZEB (Nearly Zero Energy Buildings). Here,
Embodied carbon refers to the total amount of carbon dioxide (CO₂) emissions associated with the production, transportation, and construction of building materials and products.
In Ireland, ensuring energy efficiency in buildings is not just a choice but a legal requirement. Part L of the Building Regulations introduced by the Department of Housing, Local Government, and Heritage outlines the standards for energy performance and conservation in both new and existing buildings. Part L is sometimes also referred to as nZEB
Amidst the recent energy crisis that has led to surging energy prices across Ireland and Europe, organisations are now focusing significantly on their energy consumption, elevating it to a top priority for ensuring financial stability. The key lies in understanding energy usage, an integral aspect of managing the financial health of a business. Familiarising members
ISO 50001 is an internationally recognised standard developed by the International Organisation for Standardisation (ISO) for Energy Management Systems (EnMS). It is a framework for organisations to establish, implement, maintain, and continually improve their energy usage. Designed to cater to organisations of varying sizes and industries, ISO 50001 serves as a strategic tool to elevate
How energy audits can help reduce energy costs of SME’s by understanding consumption through Energy Audits. The energy sector has experienced an increase in fuel costs across the board in the last 12 months, which has prompted a lot of business to reevaluate their energy use to find ways to reduce energy costs. The SEAI
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Our ENERGY MANAGEMENT TEAM Our robust Energy Management Team mentor and support organisations nationwide to address their energy use and improve competitiveness while significantly reducing costs and environmental impact. Discover more Meet Daniel Fennell, an accomplished Energy Management Lead at ORS with vast expertise in all aspects of energy management. Daniel is renowned for his