Climate action in business

Every business is on a journey, and creating a sustainable future should be an essential part of that journey. Here are some valuable resources and tips to help you on your path to sustainability

SEAI energy academy

The SEAI Energy Academy offers a high-quality, on-demand energy training platform. With over 30 training videos tailored for all business sectors, it helps businesses improve their energy efficiency. SEAI also provides comprehensive advice and guidance to help businesses take the correct steps towards sustainability. Here are the steps they recommend:

  1. Understand Your Energy Use: Analyse your current energy consumption to identify key areas for improvement.
  2. Create an Energy Action Plan: Develop a strategic plan outlining how you will reduce energy use and improve efficiency.
  3. Complete an Energy Audit: Conduct a thorough audit to pinpoint specific opportunities for energy savings.
  4. Invest in Energy Efficiency Upgrades and Renewables: Implement the findings of your audit by upgrading to more energy-efficient systems and exploring renewable energy options.
  5. Monitor, Track, and Report: Continuously monitor your energy use, track your progress, and report on your achievements to stay on course.

Note: SEAI’s Support Scheme for Energy Audits offers a €2,000 voucher towards the cost of a high-quality energy audit for qualifying businesses with an annual energy spend of over €10,000.