Home Energy

The Quick Guide to Heating

As the days get shorter and our thoughts turn to the cold season that lies ahead, the time is ripe to take a good look at your heating options. Do your research and planning now and you’ll reap the rewards when the winter kicks in.

Cut your carbon and save a good deal of money!

How to cut carbon emissions and save a good deal of money on household bills

Maximise energy efficiency when building a home

There are a number of key considerations when building a house to ensure you maximise its sustainability in terms of energy efficiency.

Home Energy Grants: Save 700euro on household bills

Did you know you could save up to €700 annually with proper insulation and the use of renewable energy in your home?! With Home energy grants from the SEI you can get, insulation, wood pellet boilers...

€50 Million Home Energy Scheme Open for Business

€50 Million Home Energy Scheme Open for Business

Home Energy Assessors in Ireland

Home Energy Assessors in Ireland

How to improve your Building Energy Rating

How to improve your Building Energy Rating (BER)

Energy Savings

The Tánaiste, in Budget 2008, announced details of a new tax initiative (ACA) aimed at encouraging businesses to purchase certain energy-efficient equipment. Many businesses can save by investing in, and understanding energy management and managing their energy use more efficiently.

Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment (WEEE)

With recycling and environmental issues now to the fore, it is now time to make sure you dispose of any electrical or electronic equipment in a responsible, environmentally friendly manner.

Energy Costs Hotting Up

Energy costs are hotting up, so the cost of heating our homes and providing hot water is also becoming more expensive.

The BER Cert

Before you can move into your new home you are now required to have a Building Energy Rating Certificate issued for the building.

Building Energy Rating (BER) Certificate in Ireland

Information on the Irish Building Energy Rating Certificate in Ireland. Making the Energy Efficiency of Buildings transparent to both buyers and tenants.

Wind Turbines

Wind energy needs little explanation. Most people will have driven past wind farms in Ireland, Britain, or continental Europe, featuring gigantic commercial Wind Turbines, or at least will have seen them on television.

Energy Audits & Ratings

The focus on efficient use of energy has increased significantly in both the residential and commercial markets in Ireland and the UK over the last number of years on account of sharply rising costs in the traditional fuel sources; oil, gas, coal etc.

Solar Panels

Did you know that the amount of solar energy that Ireland receives each day is nearly identical to other countries in northern Europe! You could save up to €225 on your annual home heating bill by using solar panels.

SEI Grants - Domestic

The Irish Government wishes to encourage people to “green” their homes by contributing to the initial investment cost of installing a renewable energy heating system. The Greener Homes Scheme (Phase 2) provides grant assistance to homeowners who intend to purchase a new renewable energy heating system for either a new or existing home.

SEI Grants - Commercial

Launched in March 2007, the Renewable Heat (ReHeat) Deployment Programme provides assistance for the deployment of renewable heating systems in industrial, commercial, public and community premises in Ireland.

Rainwater Harvesters

Rainwater Harvesting may seem like a fairly novel concept, however, it’s important to bear in mind that households in rural areas have been collecting and using rainwater (or "soft" water) for household tasks such as washing clothes, boots and household equipment for centuries.

Wood Pellet Supply & Prepay

With an increasing focus on cost and energy efficiency the use of wood pellet boilers and stoves has risen sharply in both the residential and commercial markets in Ireland. Across Europe – most notably Germany, Austria and the Nordics – the use of wood pellet boilers and stoves is well established.

Snuggle Up for Winter

Snuggle up beside your fireplace, stove or heater this winter

Focus On Reducing Waste

Tips for reducing the amount of household waste we produce and tips and ideas on how to reuse your waste.

Composting - Natures Method Of Waste Disposal

Information on compost and how to create compost from your household waste. It is a natural method of waste disposal and best of all, costs nothing. The resulting material is rich in nutrients and very good for the soil in your garden.

Ways to reduce your energy bill

Top tips from the ESB on how to reduce your energy bill costs

Why Recycle?

Recycling is a positive step which we can take to help the environment. It encourages us to think about the waste we create and take responsibility for what happens to it.

How to start recycling?

If you do not have a 'green' bin you can bring materials such as newspapers, magazines, aluminium cans, glass and textiles to local recycling banks which are provided by your local authority.

What can we recycle?

A wide variety of materials can be recycled including glass, paper, textiles, plastic, electronic equipment, batteries...

Home Energy Efficiency

Home Energy Efficiency is now a top topic for discussion. There are many ways of making your home more energy efficient. MyHome.ie provides some tips and advice on improving your home energy efficiency.