Study: gas cooking killing 40,000 Europeans per year
Traditional homes retrofit grant pilot launched
The Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland has launched a home energy upgrade for traditional homes pilot.
£30m passive scheme launched in Down
Multi-award winning Belfast-based property developer, Fraser Millar, has launched Northern Ireland’s second large-scale residential passive house development – a 74-unit scheme of detached and semi-detached homes at a total project value of £30m.
80% subsidy for range of sustainable micro-credential courses
Irish construction professionals seeking to upskill in sustainability can avail of 80% grants – through short courses on a wide range of subjects linked to energy efficiency, the circular economy and digital skills for sustainable building.
Dr. Barry Mc Carron appointed MD of KORE Retrofit
KORE Retrofit, a leading provider of sustainable retrofit solutions in Ireland, is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr Barry Mc Carron as its new managing director. Mc Carron brings extensive experience in sustainable development, building energy performance, and project management to this pivotal role.
Group of Irish house builders turn to passive house
New scheme offers up to €75,000 retrofit loans at low cost
Embodied carbon & zero emission targets adopted in new EPBD
All new homes in Europe must meet binding embodied carbon reduction targets and produce zero on site emissions by 2030, due to changes led by Irish Green Party MEP Ciarán Cuffe.
Most polluting cements ruled out in Irish public procurement
Big picture - Triana House boutique hotel
The first passive house certified hotel in Seville’s historic centre defies the challenges posed by its hot climate, small size, and preservation requirements, showcasing innovative strategies to mitigate heat and maximize energy efficiency.
by Juan Manuel Castaño and María Vico, Castaño & Asociados Passivhaus