Useful links
We’ve put together this directory to help you find the energy related advice and information you need.
Whether you’re looking for advice on your energy supplier, looking to develop your career, or hoping to take climate action, you’re sure to find some good information from one of the organisations below.
SEAI Home Energy Upgrade Grants
The Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland (SEAI) offers a range of grants to help cover the costs of energy upgrades. These include attic, roof and wall insulation, heat pumps, heating controls, solar water heating and solar electricity. Find out more >
Find the Best Deal for Gas and Electricity
One of the easiest ways to reduce your energy bills is to make sure you’re getting the best deal from your gas or electricity supplier. Price comparison websites can help you work out the best price plan and energy supplier for you.
These three websites are approved by the Commission for the Regulation of Utilities (CRU):
Disclaimer: Please note that while we strive to provide accurate and up-to-date information, we recommend verifying details and conducting thorough research before making any decisions regarding your energy consumption or bills.
Citizens' and Consumers' Advice
Access information, advice, and support from reputable organizations to help you understand your rights as an energy consumer and navigate any issues or concerns you may have.
Citizens Information
Free, confidential, independent and impartial information on public services and on the entitlements of citizens in Ireland.
Monday to Friday, 9am to 8pm
T: 0818 07 4000
Commission for the Regulation of Utilities (CRU)
Ireland’s independent energy and water regulator.
Locall: 1800 404 404 Email: customercare@cru.ie
Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (CCPC)
The statutory body responsible for promoting compliance with, and enforcing, competition and consumer protection law in Ireland.
Monday-Friday, 9am – 6pm
T: 01 402 5555 & 01 402 5500
European Commission – Energy Consumers’ Rights
EU rules protect and empower consumers to make sure their basic energy needs are met.
Support Organisations
Money Advice and Budgeting Service (MABS)
MABS is the Irish money advice service. You can get free and impartial advice from MABS to help you manage your money and take control of debt. Get support online, over the phone and face to face.
Monday to Friday, 9am to 8pm
T: 0818 07 2000
Threshold provides independent advice and advocacy to people experiencing housing problems.
Monday to Friday, 9am to 9pm
Freephone 1 800 454 454
Find a Registered BER Assessor
A Building Energy Rating (BER) evaluates your home based on how energy efficient it is. The scale goes from A to G, with A-rated homes being the most energy efficient and G-rated homes the least.
Find a Registered Electrician or Gas Installer
It’s important to keep your home’s electrical and heating equipment in good condition. Regular servicing by a qualfied tradesperson will help to keep you safe and ensure your systems are working as efficiently as possible. Search these listings to find a registered tradesperson near you.
Energy Saving Campaigns
Get involved in national campaigns aimed at promoting energy efficiency and reducing energy consumption both at home and in the workplace.
Reduce Your Use – Government of Ireland
Energy News & Data Sources
Stay informed about energy trends, consumption patterns, and environmental impacts through reliable data sources provided by organizations such as the EPA and SEAI.
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
Latest information on energy related greenhouse gas emmisions in Ireland.
Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland (SEAI)
Up to date information on energy use in Ireland.
International Energy Agency (IEA)
The IEA works with governments and industry to shape a secure and sustainable energy future for all
Find a Climate Action group near you
Learn more about climate action near you, find local groups to join, or find out what action you can take in your own community.
A unique initiative that is bringing together a broad range of perspectives and experience with the shared goal of moving Dublin away from fossil fuels as soon as possible.
An Taisce
An Taisce works to ensure that our environment (natural and built) is actively prioritised and a lasting legacy of sustainability and resilience is ensured.
An Taisce Climate Ambassador Programme
Ireland’s first ever initiative to train and support individuals taking action on climate change.
A community-led non-profit organisation dedicated to connecting Climate Lovers to nature and local climate action.
Ireland’s Environmental Education and Youth Organisation that works to conserve the environment and empower young people.
Environmental Justice Network Ireland
A community of practice connecting interdisciplinary academic researchers, NGOs, regulatory staff, environmental lawyers, representatives from industry and government with community activists.
A community at the heart of the environmental movement working to build a just world without pollution.
Global Action Plan Ireland
An environmental education organisation leading a sustainability action plan with the aim of creating sustainable communities across Ireland.
Irish Doctors for the Environment
IDE is a collective group of medical professionals in Ireland who are focused on promoting, improving, and sustaining the health of humans by striving to improve the health of the environment.
Not Here Not Anywhere
NHNA are a nationwide, grassroots, volunteer group campaigning to end fossil fuel exploration and the development of new fossil fuel infrastructure in Ireland.
One Future
One Future is a network of local campaign groups across Ireland supported by Stop Climate Chaos and Friends of the Earth.
Stop Climate Chaos
Stop Climate Chaos is a coalition of civil society organisations campaigning to ensure Ireland does its fair share to tackle the causes and consequences of climate change.
VOICE Ireland
VOICE is a member-based Irish environmental charity that empowers individuals and local communities to take positive action to conserve our natural resources.
Young Friends of the Earth Ireland
YFOE is a volunteer activist group working to advance global climate justice by mobilising and inspiring people to join the movement in Ireland.
Climate Action Plans and policies
Climate Action by the Government of Ireland
The latest on government policies and strategies to support the long-term goal of transitioning to a low-carbon, climate-resilient and environmentally sustainable economy by 2050.
EU and International Climate Action
An overview of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC), and the Paris Agreement and the EU Emissions Trading System (EU ETS).
Local Authority Climate Action
The Climate Action and Low Carbon Development (Amendment) Bill 2020 requires local authorities across Ireland to develop five year Climate Action Plans with mitigation and adaptation measures included.
Educational resources and training
SEAI Energy Academy
On-demand energy training to suit a wide variety of audiences.
SEAI Teaching Resources for Schools
Teaching plans and materials about saving energy at school and at home, sustainability and climate change.
An Taisce Green Schools Energy Learning Resources
Green Schools programme materials including activities, lesson plans, crafts and more.
Open University
Free online courses covering energy, nature and the environment.
Solas – Green Skills Training Courses
There are currently over 50 programmes with a focus on Green Skills available for learners nationwide. Find out how you could boost your career with courses, apprenticeships and other learning options.
Further Education and Training (FETAC) – Green Skills
Green Skills courses will empower you with the knowledge to develop sustainability practices both in your own life and in your workplace to help save our planet. Find out what courses are available to you.
Skills to Advance – Green Skills
Skills to Advance programmes offer upskilling and reskilling opportunities which support businesses to develop their workforce.
If you have another energy question that’s not covered here, get in touch and we’ll do our best to point you in the right direction.
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