We develop initiatives that we believe will move the needle on climate and sustainability action in Ireland.
We conduct research, develop ideas, and design collaborative solutions.
Read about our latest initiatives below.
Financing Energy Efficiency Retrofit
This research project, funded by the SEAI, took an in-depth look into the challenge of financing the deep energy efficiency retrofit of Ireland's homes. The final report, published in December 2020, gives finance providers the information they need to be able to quickly develop and scale effective new products and solutions.
Click here to download the final report: Financing Energy Efficiency in Ireland -
A Handbook for the Residential Sector
This project was funded under the SEAI's Research, Development and Demonstration programme 2019.
Climate R|O
This project, funded by the Environmental Protection Agency, is exploring how Irish businesses need to adapt to climate risks (R) and opportunities (O) in order to be resilient for the future. It's focusing on 7 sectors that are important to Ireland's economy.
5 core business sectors:
- Retail
- Food & Beverage Manufacturing
- Chemicals & Pharmaceuticals Manufacturing
- Computer & Electronics Manufacturing
- Hospitality & Tourism
2 enabling sectors:
- Financial Services
- Energy
Overall Project Schedule
- April - August 2020: desk research to develop sector climate adaptation profiles
- September - December 2020: interviews with senior business leaders and trade bodies
- February - March 2021: sector workshops to validate findings with industry & policymakers
- April - May 2021: production of final technical report and practical sector workbooks
Find out more
Please email Orlaith Delargy at orlaith@sustainabilityworks.ie to find out more about the project and how to get involved.
This project is funded under the EPA Research Programme 2014-2020. The EPA Research Programme is a Government of Ireland initiative funded by the Department of Communications, Climate Action and Environment. It is administered by the Environmental Protection Agency, which has the statutory function of co-ordinating and promoting environmental research.
Other initiatives in the works...
Climate Activators
A network to support senior sustainability practitioners who are driving change within their organisations.
Community Energy
In development, watch this space!
Climate Innovation
In development, watch this space!
